Senior Pediatric Physician – Neonatal & General Care

60 LCMG INC Lurie Childrens Medical Group, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid life and disability

Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spend

PTO, Holidays and Parental Leave

403(b) with 5% match

Student loan support

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an MD/DO with specialization in pediatrics to provide comprehensive pediatric care. You will conduct regular newborn and child examinations, diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medications, and coordinate care with specialists.

Licensure in Illinois and board-eligibility are required. Excellent communication skills and a passion for pediatric care are essential in this role within a leading pediatric hospital committed to equity

Qualifications

• K.S.A.'s: Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine with specialization in pediatrics.
• Valid licenses for State of Illinois.
• Board certification or board eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and children to check and record their physical and mental development.
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and gather information about symptoms.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and medical history.
• Prescribe medications and give detailed administration instructions.
• Diagnosis, treatment and screening of mental health illness in pediatric population.
• Prescribe and interpret lab tests to gain information for infections or abnormalities.
• Consult with pediatric partners and nurses on best practices.
• Examine and treat injuries; refer to other specialists when necessary.
• Advise parents on diet, exercise and disease prevention.
• Maintain updated records of illnesses and treatments.
• Advocate for patients, families, and staff.
• Keep abreast of advancements by attending seminars and conferences.

Skills

Communication skills

Pediatrics passion

Education

MD/DO with Pediatrics

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an MD/DO with specialization in pediatrics to provide comprehensive pediatric care. You will conduct regular newborn and child examinations, diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medications, and coordinate care with specialists.

Licensure in Illinois and board-eligibility are required. Excellent communication skills and a passion for pediatric care are essential in this role within a leading pediatric hospital committed to equity