Pediatrician

La Rabida Children's Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago seeks a compassionate Ambulatory Physician to deliver outpatient pediatric care from birth through young adulthood. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive, coordinated care in a patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes primary care, preventive health, and collaboration with specialists. Illinois license, MD/DO, and pediatric board certification are required; bilingual Spanish is preferred to support diverse families.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and Illinois medical license
• Board certification in pediatrics required
• Post-residency experience of 2–3 years preferred
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
• CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross) and PALS

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient acute medical care and primary preventive health for birth to young adulthood
• Collaborate with nurse case managers, social workers, dietitians and other staff to ensure coordinated care
• Educate patients and families, assess learning needs and document plans of care
• Serve as a clinical resource within pediatrics and participate in professional organizations

Skills

Pediatrics knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

MD/DO

Job description

About La Rabida Children’s Hospital

La Rabida Children’s Hospital provides specialized, family-centered health care to children with medically complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. Through expertise, compassion, and advocacy we help children and their families reach their fullest potential, regardless of their ability to pay.

Our not-for-profit hospital, licensed for 49 beds, helps transition children from neonatal or pediatric intensive care to home, by providing medical, rehabilitative and developmental care, and by training families to continue treatments and manage the necessary equipment in the home. La Rabida also provides extensive rehabilitation for those recovering from wounds or burns and treatment for exacerbations of chronic conditions.

The hospital’s enhanced pediatric patient-centered medical home provides primary care to children with complex medical conditions and their siblings. Children with medical homes elsewhere come to La Rabida for specialty services. La Rabida offers a wide range of specialty services provided to children with sickle cell disease, diabetes, and many others. Children are supported in their emotional and developmental growth, particularly in cases where such growth has been interrupted by accident or disease.

Finally, La Rabida provides forensic and treatment services for children exposed to abuse and neglect, comprehensive assessments for wards of the state, early intervention for children between 0 and 3 years of age. Care coordination services for medically complex children are also provided for those who are covered by a health plan and receive care from providers in Cook County.

Job Description

SUMMARY

We are seeking a compassionate, patient-centered Ambulatory Physician to join our growing outpatient care network. As an Ambulatory Physician, you will provide comprehensive outpatient acute medical care, primary preventive health, and partner with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving exceptional patient outcomes for children from birth to young adulthood. Team members that support your in-clinic work include nurse case managers, social workers, registered dietitians, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals who work together to support coordinated, holistic care for our patients. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in a collaborative environment focused on improving patient access, clinical outcomes, and the overall care experience for patients and families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilizes advanced knowledge, skills, and expertise in pediatrics for an identified population of patients, including acute & primary care, health promotion, prevention of disease, and management of chronic disease. Performs delegated medical functions as described in written protocols and/or a collaborative agreement that have been approved by medical and nursing administration.
• Systematically assesses the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of patients and families through the use of a medical screening exam (MSE), history and physical exam, and other assessments as appropriate. Develops a plan of care for each patient/family based on assessment and documents according to policy.
• Demonstrates competence consistent with evidence-based practice in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of identified patients. Monitors clinical outcomes to improve the quality of care for patients. Evaluates and modifies the plan of care as needed.
• Integrates the role of teacher into clinical practice to provide patient education. Assesses learning needs, provides for education and evaluates learning objectives are achieved. Assists the staff in providing patient and family education.
• Consults within the organization on current pediatric clinical practice and disease management in area(s) of expertise. Functions as a resource to the community in areas of expertise.
• Participates as a member of related professional organizations.
• Functions as a role model and informal leader.

Qualifications

• Education: MD/DO
• License: Unrestricted medical license in Illinois; board certified pediatrician required
• Experience: Post residency; 2-3 years of experience; experience with medically complex and technology dependent patients is appreciated
• Job Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Language: Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrate knowledge and expertise in patient care (pediatrics preferred). Active member in appropriate professional organization
• Certifications: CPR issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
• Pediatric Advance Life Support

Additional Information

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on.

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.