Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment, Nephrology

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of UT MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees, and the public.
SCOPE

Provides clinical expertise in patient care management and an appropriate teaching environment for fellows and students in the specialty of Nephrology and Onco-Nephrology. He/she will be responsible for the design and implementation of clinical research studies.
KEY FUNCTIONS

1. Clinical - 80%

• Provides clinical expertise in patient care management, requiring outstanding analytical skills in order to make judgments regarding the patient's medical problems and advise the patient on methods to improve their care. The position also must have the capability to empathize with cancer patients and their families in a manner that is compassionate and positive.

• Must be capable of providing complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations.

• Correspond as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with physicians regarding patient care and treatment.

• Complete patient documentation for medical records within time frames provided by institutional policy. Will require dictating in a clear and concise manner and visual review of documents.

• Practice internal medicine and medical oncology in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Physicians, properly balanced with other academic activities.

• Develop and maintain a clinical consultative practice for patients referred to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.

• Request appropriate consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.

2. Administration - 5%

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