Pediatric Clinical Geneticist

ABOUT CHILDREN'S MINNESOTA

Childrens 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, not-for-profit system since 1924, Childrens Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals with 450+ beds, a level I trauma center and level IV neonatology center, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts in our region, Childrens Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top childrens hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn.

Childrens Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Pediatric Clinical Geneticist with training and/or experience in Biochemical Genetics to join our dynamic genetics program. We have the only genetics program in Minnesota with a focus on diagnosis and clinical care of pediatric patients and childhood conditions. Our clinical programs include clinical genetics dysmorphology, inborn errors of metabolism, pharmacogenomics, neurofibromatosis, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, and lysosomal storage disorders.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to expand our collaborations with our dedicated specialists and clinical programs in Neonatology, Immunology, Hematology/Oncology, Cardiology, Otolaryngology, and Critical Care.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Provide care for children in outpatient clinics and inpatient consultations at Childrens Minnesotas Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses to children and teens from the Upper Midwest.
• Provide care to children in contracted sites with affiliated hospitals in the area.
• Work with a team of four geneticists, twelve genetic counselors, three genetic counseling assistants, two pharmacogenomics pharmacists, one clinical nurse, and one metabolic dietician.
• Participate in several new healthcare initiatives, including delivery of genetics care via Telemedicine, Rare Disorders Clinic, and pharmacogenetics consultations.
• Participate in clinical and research projects, supported by three genetic research associates.
• Opportunities for clinical teaching of medical students, residents, and genetic counseling studies are available.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree.

• Board-eligible/board-certified in Clinical Genetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics.

• Clinical experience or board certification/eligibility in medical or clinical biochemical genetics is preferred (successful applicants should be comfortable caring for patients with inborn errors of metabolism as well as general genetic diagnoses).

• Eligible for a full, unrestricted Minnesota medical license.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package including a base salary with incentive pay opportunities.
• Benefits package includes malpractice, health, dental, disability coverage, retirement plans, solid vacation and CME package and more!

CHILDRENS MINNESOTA is the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. Childrens serves kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two freestanding hospitals, 12 primary and specialty care clinics and six rehabilitation sites. Additionally, Childrens is Minnesota's only Level I pediatric trauma center inside a hospital dedicated solely to children. An award winning health system, Childrens is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top childrens hospital.

Minneapolis/St. Paul, often referred to as the Twin Cities, is the 16th largest metropolitan area in the United States and consistently ranks as one of the top ten most livable places. The Twin Cities area offers a high quality of life, world class arts, excellent school systems, an award-winning culinary scene, vibrant culture, professional and college sports, outstanding year round recreation with a bounty of lakes and a half dozen downhill ski areas located within a one hour drive of the Twin Cities.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Felicia Mead / Childrens Minnesota / felicia.mead@childrensmn.org / 952.992.5326