Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA), Pediatrics Palliative Care

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The candidate must have completed a medical degree (MD/DO) in an accredited medical school or equivalent.  Candidates must have completed an accredited pediatrics residency program, and an accredited palliative medicine fellowship program. Completion of an accredited pediatric hematology-oncology fellowship is preferable, but not required and applicants with a strong background in oncology are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in general pediatrics and hospice and palliative medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics and be licensed as a physician in the State of Texas or eligible to obtain a Texas medical license.

Candidates who are BC/BE in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology with training in Integrative Medicine will also be considered.

The Children's Hospital at MD Anderson evaluates over 800 new oncology patients and consultations annually, many of whom seek care for aggressive malignancy. Resources abound for patient care support including a robust integrative medicine program (including a mind body therapist, acupuncturist, music and art therapists); strong interventional pain program; state-of-the art AYA program, robust psychosocial support programs and a fully accredited on-site school program. Staff support includes a strong array of wellness programs within the institution and the Division including Gathering Ground healing circles, HOPES debrief program, and Wellness Monthly lunchtime events.