Nemours Children's Health is seeking a Medical Director of Pediatric Transitional Care in Jacksonville, Florida.

The selected leader will be responsible for the clinical and strategic leadership of programs that support youth and young adults with complex medical conditions as they transition from pediatric to adult healthcare systems. This role ensures continuity, coordination, and quality of care during the critical transition period, with a focus on improving health outcomes, promoting self-management and facilitating integrated care across disciplines and systems.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, implementation, and continuous evaluation of the Pediatric Transitional Care Program Develop workflows, documentation standards and communication protocols that support effective transitions. Establish metrics to track outcomes such as readiness assessments, care continuity, patient satisfaction and post-transfer healthcare utilization. Oversee staffing, training, and performance management for team members, including physicians, nurses, social workers and care coordinators. Develop clinical guidelines and protocols for transitional care processes. What We Offer: No state income tax in Florida Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans Licensure, CME and dues allowance Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifications: MD or DO Board certified in specialty Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA Minimum 5 years of experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we're on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children's health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child's world a place to thrive. It's a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.

Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

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About the Team

At Nemours Children's, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.

We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children's is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, click here.

Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

Our colleagues at Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville, work with Wolfson Children's Hospital, University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, UF Health/Shands Hospital and Mayo Clinic Florida to provide life-changing care for kids, newborns to age 18, with common and complex conditions.

Our medical, academic and research collaborations mean world-renowned treatments are available to children and families of Northeast Florida. In addition to board-certified pediatric specialists selected as some of the "Best Doctors in America®" year after year, families choose us for: Pediatric programs recognized among the best in the country (Neurology and Neurosurgery, and Cancer, U.S. News & World Report) One of only two pediatric cancer programs in the country recognized for outstanding achievement by the American College of Surgeons Among a select blood and bone marrow transplant programs accredited by the Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapies (FACT) Nationally-accredited Cystic Fibrosis Care Center Certified Center of Excellence by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Leading-edge procedures, including cochlear implants and urologic robotic surgery in the tiniest newborns

Jacksonville, FL

Living in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a dynamic blend of urban amenities and coastal charm. As the largest city by area in the contiguous US, Jacksonville provides diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historic districts to modern developments. Residents enjoy an array of outdoor activities with miles of beaches, rivers and parks for boating, fishing and hiking. The city is known for its cultural scene, including museums, theaters, and annual events like the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. With a growing economy and a welcoming community, Jacksonville provides a vibrant lifestyle with a laid-back Southern atmosphere.