Attending Physician

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

10h•$100,000 - $1,000,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine with specialization in pediatrics.
Valid licenses for State of Illinois.
Board certification or board eligibility required.
Excellent written and oral communication skill.
Passion for pediatric care.

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 ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history.
Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration.
Diagnosis, treatment and screening of mental health illness in pediatric population.
Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities.
Consult with fellow pediatric partners and nurses on best practices.
Examine and treat injuries; refer to physicians of other specialties when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.).
Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures. Emphasis on early detection and prevention.
Maintain updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.).
Advocate for patients, families, and fellow staff members.
Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program