Pediatric Hem Onc Faculty

AMN Healthcare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 179,000 - 298,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) and OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois seek a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist to contribute to an expanding Leukemia and Lymphoma program in a collaborative academic setting. Join a team of clinicians, educators, and researchers dedicated to advancing pediatric cancer care in Central Illinois.

This role offers a balanced academic practice with strong subspecialty support, teaching responsibilities, and opportunities to

Responsibilities

• Mix of outpatient, inpatient, consultative, and procedural responsibilities.

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Pediatric Hem Onc Faculty
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $179000.00 - $298200.00

Join a growing academic Pediatric Hematology/Oncology program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) and OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois. The Division is seeking a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist with a particular interest in Leukemia and Lymphoma to contribute to a collaborative team of clinicians, educators, and researchers dedicated to advancing pediatric cancer and blood disorder care throughout Central Illinois.

This opportunity offers a balanced academic practice, strong subspecialty support, access to clinical research, meaningful teaching responsibilities, and the ability to develop a niche within a highly supportive environment.

Shape the future of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology care while building a rewarding academic career at a growing children's hospital and medical school committed to clinical excellence, innovation, education, and research.

Opportunity Highlights

• Join an established Pediatric Hematology/Oncology team led by Section Chief Dr. Brinda Mehta
• Collaborative faculty group with a strong mix of experienced and early-career physicians
• Opportunity to help grow and further develop the Leukemia and Lymphoma program
• Robust Advanced Practice Provider support in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Strong Hematopathology and pediatric subspecialty support
• Affiliation with the Children's Oncology Group (COG)
• Participation in clinical trials and cooperative research efforts
• Ability to establish clinical, educational, research, leadership, advocacy, or innovation-focused interests
• Visa sponsorship available (J-1 and select H-1B candidates)

Clinical Practice

The Division provides comprehensive Pediatric Hematology/Oncology care, including malignant and benign hematologic disorders, solid tumors, leukemia, lymphoma, and sickle cell disease.

Highlights include:

• Mix of outpatient, inpatient, consultative, and procedural responsibilities
• Approximately 8–9 patients per clinic day
• Dedicated procedure time for bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, consultations, and related procedures
• Physicians maintain broad Pediatric Hematology/Oncology practice while pursuing areas of special interest

Academic and Research Opportunities

UICOMP offers a highly supportive academic environment where faculty can build careers aligned with their professional interests.

Innovation and Professional Development

Faculty have access to the nationally recognized Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, one of the largest simulation and innovation centers in the country.

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Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Facility Location

Easy to access, Peoria’s metropolitan lifestyle gets together with stunning natural beauty. Discover the center of this city and its endless stretches of riverbanks and trails while you explore the unique shopping and dining adventure. The hot summers and cool winters, bring dazzle to the fall foliage and bright spring blooms in this city of cultural attraction. Peoria is also the home of University of Illinois College of Medicine.