Physician - Pediatric Nephrologist, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI
Corewell Health
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Full-Time
Competitive
HybridDirector
Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital (HDVCH), a nationally recognized tertiary pediatric center, is seeking an additional Pediatric Nephrologist at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level to join our expanding and highly collaborative Division of Pediatric Nephrology. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice within a comprehensive, academically engaged program that prioritizes patient- and family-centered care while advancing innovation, education, and research.
Position Overview
This is a full-time faculty position with a balanced mix of inpatient, outpatient, academic, and leadership opportunities. Candidates with interest and experience in leadership will have the opportunity to be considered for a Medical Director role in either Pediatric Dialysis or Pediatric Kidney Transplantation, depending on expertise and programmatic fit.
Clinical Responsibilities
Full-time clinical role with inpatient and consult coverage every fourth week
When not on inpatient service, 5–6 half-day clinics per week, including opportunities for:
Outreach clinics
Telemedicine
Practice within a well-supported multidisciplinary care model, including:
Dedicated clinic and dialysis nurses
Transplant coordinators
Social workers
Dietitians
Pharmacists
Research coordinators
Access to a full spectrum of advanced nephrology therapies and procedures, including:
Acute and chronic hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
Plasmapheresis and lipid apheresis
Kidney transplantation
Aquapheresis (coming soon)
Academic and Educational Environment
Academic appointment through Michigan State University
Active participation in:
Pediatric resident education
Medical student teaching
Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship launch anticipated in 2027, offering robust opportunities for faculty mentorship, curriculum development, and scholarly leadership
Strong divisional commitment to quality improvement and research, with ongoing participation in:
CKiD
CureGN
CTOT-41
NINJA
NAPRTCS
IROC
SCOPE
Leadership Opportunities
Qualified candidates may be considered for a Medical Director role in:
Pediatric Dialysis
Pediatric Kidney Transplantation
These roles offer protected administrative time, programmatic leadership, and the opportunity to shape regional and national impact within a growing children’s hospital transplant and dialysis enterprise.
Qualifications
Required Bachelor's Degree
Physician (MD) or (DO) - Michigan Medical License
BE/BC - Pediatric Nephrology
Certification: (BLS) - (ACLS) - (PALS)
About Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital
Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital is a 243-bed, freestanding tertiary care children’s hospital located in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is the only licensed freestanding children’s hospital and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in West Michigan.
HDVCH provides comprehensive care to a diverse and medically complex population, including:
Pediatric and cardiac ICU patients
Kidney and bone marrow transplant recipients
Neurosurgical and trauma patients
Patients supported by an active cardiac and non-cardiac ECMO program
Care is delivered through a robust resident-led model with strong subspecialty collaboration.
Living in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and Midwestern livability, including:
• A vibrant arts, cultural, culinary, and sports scene
• Strong local economy and deep philanthropic support
• Proximity to the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan
• Excellent schools and an outstanding environment to raise a family
Primary Location
SITE - 35 Michigan St NE - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Peds Nephrology HDVCH - Medical Group WestEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
VariableDays Worked
VariableWeekend Frequency
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