Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.
Department Overview
The Cancer and Blood Disorder Program at Children's Minnesota is seeking a full-time Pediatric Hematologist to join a well-established and growing practice. The ideal candidate would have a dedicated interest in hematology, with specific interest in sickle cell disease.
Children's Minnesota is the 10th largest Children's Hospital in North America. Our pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders program is currently composed of over 200 dedicated professionals including 21 physicians and 15 nurse practitioners as well as nurse case managers, pharmacists, rehabilitation therapists, dieticians, genetic counsellors, social workers, child life experts, interpreters, home care and hospice specialists.
We have 6 hematologists, 3 hematology nurse practitioners and 7 hematology nurse case managers. Our Hematology Program is the largest in the state with an average of over 1000 new consults per year. We have a nationally recognized hemoglobinopathy program specializing in both sickle cell disease and thalassemia. We are the site of the largest pediatric Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) in Minnesota. Within the HTC, we have a combined hematology/gynecology clinic and a comprehensive stroke clinic.
License/Certification/Registration required? Yes * BE/BC in Pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics. *BE/BC in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology * Ability to be successfully credentialed by both Hospital and 3rd Party Payers.
Required Education: * Must have an M.D., D.O. or equivalent degree from another country with a current Minnesota Medical License or the ability to obtain one.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: * Clinical competency and expertise in caring for hospitalized children. * Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics. * Knowledge of common medication, side effects and contraindications. * In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Respect for patient's confidentiality. * Compassionate and approachable. * Responsible and trustworthy.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.
Children's Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.
Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.