Nephrology, Pediatric Nephrology Opportunity at Driscoll Children's Hospital in South Texas

Pediatric Nephrologist Opportunities Driscoll Health System
Locations: Corpus Christi & Edinburg, Texas
Join the Only Freestanding Childrens Hospital in South Texas

The Driscoll Health System is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Nephrologist to join our well-established and growing program, with openings at both our Corpus Christi and Edinburg locations. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment dedicated to delivering the highest standard of pediatric nephrology care to the children of South Texas.

About the Pediatric Nephrology Program:

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• Full range of clinical services including:\n
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  • Living and deceased donor transplantation
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  • Acute and chronic hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
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  • Plasmapheresis and CRRT
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• Home to the only freestanding pediatric hemodialysis unit in South Texas:\n
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  • Corpus Christi: 5-station unit
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  • Rio Grande Valley: 4-station unit
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• Supported by a multidisciplinary team including:\n
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  • Experienced dialysis nurses
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  • Dedicated renal dietitian
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  • Social workers
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  • Child life specialists
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• Active participant in:\n
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  • NAPRTCS
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  • SCOPE
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  • Midwest Pediatric Nephrology Consortium
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  • CKiD
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  • IROC
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Candidate Requirements:

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• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology
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• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas
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• Passion for clinical excellence, collaboration, and community-based care
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Compensation & Benefits:

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• Highly competitive salary
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• Comprehensive benefits package, including:\n
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  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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  • Disability and life insurance
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  • Robust retirement plans
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  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
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  • CME allowance and paid CME days
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  • Malpractice coverage
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About Driscoll Children's Hospital:

Corpus Christi
\n A 191-bed pediatric tertiary care center offering over 30 medical and surgical specialties. Driscoll serves a large catchment area, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. As the only free-standing childrens hospital in South Texas since 1953, Driscoll is home to:

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• South Texas first dedicated pediatric emergency room
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• Over 141,000 annual patient visits
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Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg)
\n The new freestanding childrens hospital will be located on the Doctors Hospital Renaissance Health campus. Pediatric services include:

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• Pediatric subspecialty clinics
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• Acute inpatient and outpatient surgery
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• Emergency care
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• Level III NICU and PICU
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• Rehabilitation, therapy services, imaging, and more
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Community Highlights:

Corpus Christi, TX

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• Coastal city with access to 9 beaches
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• Outdoor activities: kayaking, parasailing, paddleboarding, horseback riding
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• Family attractions: Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington
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• Mild year-round climate
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• Low cost of living and no state income tax
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Edinburg/McAllen-Mission Metro Area, TX

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• Ranked among the least expensive metro areas in the U.S.
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• Safe neighborhoods and strong community feel
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• Access to 3 airports with connections to Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, and Mexico City
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• Warm weather year-round, close to South Padre Island
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• Excellent for outdoor enthusiasts and families
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• No state income tax
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Apply Today!
If youre looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Join Driscoll Health System and help shape the future of pediatric care in South Texas.