Chief Resident Instructor, Pediatrics, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine
About The Position
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Chief Resident Instructor, Pediatrics, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. ROLE of the POSITION The Chief Resident position is a prestigious, post-residency role that recognizes excellence in leadership, teaching, and clinical performance. The program appoints one PGY-4 Chief Resident annually who has successfully completed pediatric residency training. In alignment with ACGME requirements and departmental funding, this position is structured as 0.5 FTE Clinical and 0.5 FTE Administrative . Clinical Responsibilities (0.5 FTE ≈ 20 hrs/week, ~140 patients/month) Pediatric Lied Clinic (1524 Pinto Ln, 3rd Floor, Las Vegas, NV 89106) CCSD Family Support Center (1720 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89104) Maintain continuity panel (~150–175 patients/month) Provide direct patient care and serve as attending/preceptor for residents and students Administrative & Educational Responsibilities (0.5 FTE ≈ 20 hrs/week) Assist with orientation, advising, and mentorship of residents and medical students Coordinate resident schedules, didactics, SIM center teaching, and board review sessions Support recruitment, evaluation, and well-being initiatives Participate in program leadership, CCC, PEC, and faculty meetings Serve as liaison between residents, faculty, and program leadership Contribute to scholarly activity, QI initiatives, and educational innovation
Requirements
- Successful graduation from an accredited pediatrics residency
- Completion of credentialing and readiness to see patients by July 1
- Passing USMLE Steps 1–3 within 7 years of Step 1 (≤ 9 total attempts)
- Nevada state medical license and board eligibility in Pediatrics
- Physical presence on-site for administrative and teaching duties (remote work only with prior approval)
Responsibilities
- Maintain continuity panel (~150–175 patients/month)
- Provide direct patient care and serve as attending/preceptor for residents and students
- Assist with orientation, advising, and mentorship of residents and medical students
- Coordinate resident schedules, didactics, SIM center teaching, and board review sessions
- Support recruitment, evaluation, and well-being initiatives
- Participate in program leadership, CCC, PEC, and faculty meetings
- Serve as liaison between residents, faculty, and program leadership
- Contribute to scholarly activity, QI initiatives, and educational innovation
- Resident Review Committee – Every other month
- House Staff Meeting – Monthly
- Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) – Biannually
- Clinic Improvement Committee (CIC) – Monthly
- Pediatric Faculty Meeting – Monthly
- UMC Pediatric Meeting – Monthly
- Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) – Quarterly
- Residency Leadership Meeting – Biweekly
- Sunrise Pediatric Meeting – Monthly
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package including:
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
- Support and resources available for veteran applicants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
