Toledo - St. Vincent - Transplant Nephrologist

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• Received the highest level of accreditation in stroke care with the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Center accreditation.
• Diabetes Education self-management program receives American Diabetes Association recognition for meeting national standards for diabetes education programs.
• Re-certified at the highest level of trauma care as a level 1 trauma care center and Mercy Health – Children’s Hospital as a level 2 by the Committee of Trauma of the American College of Surgeons.
• Weight Management Solutions and St. Vincent Medical Center received a designation by the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
• The Women’s Health Physicians and Midwives were recognized as a best practice by the American College of Nurse-Midwives achieving the “Triple Aim” ranking recognizing improvements in the patient experience and health while reducing patient cost.
• Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center received accreditation for their pediatric residency program.

Position: Medical Director– Kidney Transplant Program

Location: Toledo, Ohio

Institution: Bon Secours Mercy Health

Overview:

Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH), the largest health system in Ohio with a strong presence in the Toledo market, is seeking a dedicated visionary and dynamic Medical Director for its new kidney transplant program.  This represents a unique opportunity in a rapidly growing market for which BSMH has committed significant resources to build kidney transplant program. 

The Medical Director (OPTN Primary Physician) for the Kidney Transplant Program will be responsible for all aspects of the medical care of ESRD patients referred for transplant and their post-transplant medical care.  In close partnership with the Abdominal Transplant Program Director and Transplant Administrator, this leader will spend considerable time building relationships with the nephrology community in Central/Northern Ohio and beyond. 

Responsibilities:

1. Outpatient Clinic: Provide comprehensive care in an ambulatory clinic setting, focusing on nephrology and transplantation.
2. Call Coverage: Participate in nephrology group and transplantation call as agreed upon with the group.
3. Resident Teaching and Clinics: Engage in teaching and mentoring residents, while also participating in clinic activities.
4. Physician Collaboration: Build and maintain professional relationships with in-network and out-of-network physicians. Collaborate with NCH nephrology to support pediatric kidney and transplantation needs.
5. Inpatient Rounding: Provide inpatient care and rounding as required.

Qualifications:

• Board certified or eligible in nephrology
• Completion of an AST accredited transplant nephrology fellowship or equivalent training in transplant nephrology
• Qualify as Primary Kidney Transplant Physician under OPTN Bylaws
• Five years of post-fellowship experience in transplant nephrology in a leadership role preferred
• Qualify for unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Ohio

Special Skills and Experience:

• Proven ability to manage a full range of nephrology services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Experience in or aptitude for working within a team-oriented, patient-centered care model.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare professionals.
• Kidney transplant program start-up or significant growth experience preferred

Why Join Us:

Bon Secours Mercy Health stands out with its commitment to compassionate, mission-driven care, rooted in the nonprofit ministry of extending the compassionate ministry of Jesus.

To Apply:

If you are a skilled Transplant Nephrologist seeking to make a significant impact within a supportive and mission-driven health system, we invite you to apply to Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Contact: [kkrieter@mercy.com]

Mercy Health is the largest health system in Ohio and the state’s fourth-largest employer, with more than 33,500 employees serving communities throughout Ohio and in Kentucky. Mercy Health provided care for patients more than 6.8 million times in 2016. The system includes assets of $6.8 billion and more than 500 care sites, including 23 hospitals, eight senior living communities, five hospice programs and seven home health agencies. Its clinically integrated network, Mercy Health Select, coordinates more effective and efficient care for more than 200,000 patients, saving money for taxpayers through the Medicare Shared Savings program. In keeping with its Mission to improve the health of its communities, Mercy Health provides more than $1 million per day in community benefit services. For more information, visit www.mercy.com or connect with Mercy Health on Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest and Twitter (@LivingMercyHlth).