Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician

340B Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 231,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking passionate physicians for their Pediatric Emergency Medicine Division. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, treating a diverse range of high-acuity patients while contributing to medical education and quality improvement initiatives. With a supportive environment for academic growth, this position allows for a balance of clinical practice and educational responsibilities. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, making a significant impact on the lives of children and their families. Join a team that values excellence in care and education, and help shape the future of pediatric emergency medicine.

Benefits

Substantial 401K employer contribution

Well-being program

CME allowance

Malpractice insurance coverage

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• M.D. degree required; board certification in pediatric emergency medicine preferred.
• Ability to obtain PALS instructor certification within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and treating medical emergencies for pediatric patients.
• Conducting education courses for residents and medical staff.
• Participating in quality improvement projects and departmental meetings.

Skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Patient Care

Medical Education

Quality Improvement

Mental Health Management

Education

M.D. degree or foreign equivalent

Board certification or eligibility in pediatric emergency medicine

Tools

PALS certification

Simulation training

Job description

In 2011, The University of Minnesota opened a new, state-of-the-art, 227,000-square-foot pediatric facility. The University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital has capacity for 207 patients and includes a full-service pediatric emergency department. Our Emergency Department has been rapidly growing for the last several years, and currently treats over 23,000 children annually, including many high complexity and high acuity patients, with an overall admission rate of approximately 20%. As the region's premier pediatric teaching hospital, we enjoy full medical, surgical and trauma subspecialist coverage, and work with trainees from a number of superior medical, surgical and dental residency and fellowship programs.

The University of Minnesota's Department of Pediatrics has over 250 faculty, a 100-year tradition of excellence in the medical care of children and in the enhancement of care through research and education. The MHealth Masonic Children's Hospital also houses some of the leading pediatric clinical programs in the country, including solid organ transplantation, blood and marrow transplants, cancer treatments and cardiovascular surgery.

The Department offers internal grants and funds educational, translational and quality improvement projects. In addition, the Department offers all faculty educational topics for promotion and self-improvement. In addition, the School of Medicine and Department provide EDIC learning and teaching opportunities.

Our Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine values and supports a broad range of academic activities.

We excel at medical education and have been recognized by the University of Minnesota, Department of Pediatrics Residents as one of the best educational rotations. We are PALS instructors and leaders in resuscitation education through Simulation. We give didactic lectures each year through institutional and regional medical conferences, our PALS educational program, and within our Pediatric and Emergency Medicine residency programs. We are a growing program in clinical research which emphasizes Quality Initiatives and collaboration with a wide range of local and national partners. We care for ill- and injured-children and adolescents, with an emphasis on high complexity/acuity subspecialty medical and surgical patients resulting in an admission rate which approaches 20%. Overall, 9% of all our Emergency patients arrive by Emergency Medical Services. In addition, we manage Mental Health, patients with addiction and children of abuse.

Division Highlights:

• PEM faculty comprised of physicians who have trained and worked all over the U.S. including Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Cincinnati, Albuquerque, Denver, Detroit, Cleveland, Salt Lake City, Virginia, Minneapolis, New Orleans and Baltimore bringing diverse experiences and perspectives to the division.

• 8-9 hour shifts with built-in overlap with the next attending allowing for wrap-up, charting, and on-time finishing of your shifts.

• Home to the nation's first Division of Global Pediatrics, faculty involvement in global health is enthusiastically supported at the University of Minnesota.

• The University of Minnesota is a J1 visa site, supporting international physicians to practice.

• Graduated salary based on years of service, not academic promotion.

• Competitive retirement and benefits plans.

• High complexity patients in balance with healthy amount of general pediatric cases.

• Large percentage of immigrant and refugee patients from many parts of the world bringing unique perspectives and pathologies to the department.

• We are a great place to spread your wings as a newly graduated fellow experiencing autonomy with a manageable volume.

• Preceptor responsibilities include trainees at level PGY2-4 Pediatric, Med/Peds, and Emergency Medicine residents, medical students, Education in Pediatrics Across the Continuum (EPAC) and Sub-Interns.

• Current Staff:

• 12 Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians

• 1 dual-boarded Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine physician

• 2 Pediatricians

The Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine has clinical and academic positions available.

Required Qualifications:

M.D. degree or foreign equivalent; board certification or board eligibility in pediatric emergency medicine; ability to obtain PALS instructor certification within 3 months and Minnesota medical license.

Duties:

We seek individuals who are outstanding physicians, subspecialty trained in Pediatric Emergency or dual boarded in Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine, and who are looking for a unique opportunity to participate in an emergency facility with a strong academically-oriented atmosphere, as faculty members of the University of Minnesota Medical School. Responsible for providing emergency medical services to critically ill and injured pediatric patients.

Specific duties include:

• Diagnosing and treating all types of medical emergencies for infants, children, teens, and young adults. Conduct complete patient examinations; counsel patients and parents on treatment plans and care. Record patient medical history. Recommend diagnostic testing based on medical history and physical examination. Evaluation and management of children/adolescents with mental health conditions with or without addiction.

• Annual instruction of course on first year resident procedures for suturing, intubation, lumbar puncture and splinting. Instruction on Emergency education courses for general EM and pediatric residents. Instruction of at least three PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) courses annually to residents, nurses, physicians and advanced practitioners.

• Participate in mock codes with simulations for residents, nurses and clinical instructors at Hennepin Healthcare.

• Participation and project management to promote or improve the division (Quality Improvement leader, out-reach to urgent care and community hospitals).

• Participation in updates for Emergency Department guidelines.

• Perform related administrative duties within division, department, and hospital. Join related departmental/divisional committees. Attendance at monthly department/division and educational meetings.

Pay and Benefits:

This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for the clinical effort of this position is $231,500 - $309,900 commensurate with experience and qualifications. The additional salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.

M Physicians provides the following benefits:

• Substantial 401K employer contribution.

• Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.

• Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.

• Malpractice insurance coverage.

• As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.