Asst/Assoc/Prof of Clinical Pediatrics-Pulmonology (Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Medical Director)
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Location: Peoria, IL 61604
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Asst/Assoc/Prof of Clinical Pediatrics-Pulmonology (Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Medical Director)
Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID
Posting Close Date: 12/31/2024
Are you looking to advance your career and lead a group ofdedicated staff to continue providing excellent care for cystic fibrosispatients? The University of IllinoisCollege of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) is seeking a board-certified orboard-eligible pediatric pulmonologist to fill a full-time position asPediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Director in the Department of Pediatrics'Pulmonology/Sleep Division. Our CFcenter is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is the largest incentral Illinois with robust research and ongoing quality improvement (QI)projects to provide our patients with the best clinical experience andoutcome. There are also opportunities topractice pediatric sleep medicine or collaborate with other services and becomeinvolved with multidisciplinary clinics. We work with providers to create a schedule that promotes good work-lifebalance while fulfilling your clinical responsibilities. And our benefitspackage is one of the best in healthcare.
The ideal candidate will have an MD, DO, or equivalentdegree, completed 3 years of pediatric residency/3 years pediatric pulmonologyfellowship, be BC/BE in Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology and will hold orhave applied for an Illinois physician's license. The position includes working with andleading the CF team in various research projects and optimizing patientexperience, teaching medical students and residents, scholarly activities, andproviding clinical services for outpatients and inpatient services for patientshospitalized at OSF Healthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois, UICOMP's mainclinical partner. In addition to cysticfibrosis, the pediatric pulmonology program also includes a home ventilatorprogram, a sleep medicine program, asthma clinics and general pulmonary clinicsas well as flexible bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing.
We look forward to meeting you to discuss and explore thisopportunity together.
Position Summary
Are you looking to advance your career and lead a group of dedicated staff to continue providing excellent care for cystic fibrosis patients? The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric pulmonologist to fill a full-time position as Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Director in the Department of Pediatrics' Pulmonology/Sleep Division. Our CF center is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is the largest in central Illinois with robust research and ongoing quality improvement (QI) projects to provide our patients with the best clinical experience and outcome.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:
UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 244medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduateprograms. The Department of Pediatricsis one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois, theDepartment has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty members providing generalpediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatric population in CentralIllinois.
About Children's Hospital of Illinois
The current research infrastructure within the Departmentincludes office of research, a dedicated biostatistician and internal researchfunding mechanism to support our faculty. The primary teaching hospital of UICOMP is Children's Hospital ofIllinois, a tertiary care facility serving a 37-county region with a populationbase of over two million. Children's Hospital of Illinois providescomprehensive services to children, including Level IV NICU and a state-designatedPediatric Critical Care Center. Children's Hospital of Illinois is a majormedical facility with 136 beds and a 32-bed critical care unit and the onlyLevel 1 trauma center in Illinois outside of Chicago. There are existing resources through UICOMPand Children's Hospital of Illinois for seeding research funding, quality andoutcomes focused academic work and innovation in health education.
About Peoria, Il
One of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 404,000, Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St.Louis. Ranked by US News and WorldReport as one of the top 10 most affordable places to live in the US in2023-2024, we have an enviable standard of living, excellent school system inthe surrounding suburbs, exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive, safe neighborhoods,a variety of quality shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.
Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over one hundredthousand annually. Residents areflocking to live in the Warehouse District and the surrounding areas (Dunlap,Morton, Washington) that provide safe friendly neighborhoods with all thecomforts of a metropolis.
We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus, ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout the nation.
To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12449?c=uic, scrolltowards the bottom of the page and click, "Apply Now".
You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullestconsideration please apply by 11/25/2024.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer,including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complieswith all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visitRequired 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 aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, andemployment eligibility review through E-Verify.
As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applicationsfrom individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex,gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disabilitystatus.
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all jobcandidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Backgroundchecks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.Request an accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/.
Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID
Posting Close Date: 12/31/2024
Are you looking to advance your career and lead a group ofdedicated staff to continue providing excellent care for cystic fibrosispatients? The University of IllinoisCollege of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) is seeking a board-certified orboard-eligible pediatric pulmonologist to fill a full-time position asPediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Director in the Department of Pediatrics'Pulmonology/Sleep Division. Our CFcenter is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is the largest incentral Illinois with robust research and ongoing quality improvement (QI)projects to provide our patients with the best clinical experience andoutcome. There are also opportunities topractice pediatric sleep medicine or collaborate with other services and becomeinvolved with multidisciplinary clinics. We work with providers to create a schedule that promotes good work-lifebalance while fulfilling your clinical responsibilities. And our benefitspackage is one of the best in healthcare.
The ideal candidate will have an MD, DO, or equivalentdegree, completed 3 years of pediatric residency/3 years pediatric pulmonologyfellowship, be BC/BE in Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology and will hold orhave applied for an Illinois physician's license. The position includes working with andleading the CF team in various research projects and optimizing patientexperience, teaching medical students and residents, scholarly activities, andproviding clinical services for outpatients and inpatient services for patientshospitalized at OSF Healthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois, UICOMP's mainclinical partner. In addition to cysticfibrosis, the pediatric pulmonology program also includes a home ventilatorprogram, a sleep medicine program, asthma clinics and general pulmonary clinicsas well as flexible bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing.
We look forward to meeting you to discuss and explore thisopportunity together.
Position Summary
Are you looking to advance your career and lead a group of dedicated staff to continue providing excellent care for cystic fibrosis patients? The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric pulmonologist to fill a full-time position as Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Director in the Department of Pediatrics' Pulmonology/Sleep Division. Our CF center is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is the largest in central Illinois with robust research and ongoing quality improvement (QI) projects to provide our patients with the best clinical experience and outcome.
Duties & Responsibilities
- To be an active part of our existing cystic fibrosis and pulmonary team.
- Professional components include clinical, educational, and scholarly activities.
- Provide care, diagnostic and treatment services to children with cystic fibrosis and other pulmonary conditions including performing flexible bronchoscopies and interpreting pulmonary function testing when clinically indicated.
- Contribute to the educational programs and activities for medical students and residents in relation to cystic fibrosis and other areas of pediatric pulmonology.
- Maintain a spirit of inquiry and scholarship in the activities of the pulmonology service.
- Work collaboratively with the Adult CF Medical Director and Division Head of Pulmonology/Sleep Medicine
- Attend annual CF conference
- Become familiar with and uphold the requirements for a CF center to maintain accreditation
- Rotate WEEKEND pediatric pulmonary calls with other APNs and physicians.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD, DO, or equivalent degree
- Eligible for medical licensure in Illinois
- Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics
- Board certified or eligible in Pediatric Pulmonology
- 3 years Pediatric Residency/3 years Fellowship-Pediatric Pulmonology
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership experience preferred but not required
- Pediatric sleep medicine experience is not required
About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:
UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 244medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduateprograms. The Department of Pediatricsis one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois, theDepartment has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty members providing generalpediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatric population in CentralIllinois.
About Children's Hospital of Illinois
The current research infrastructure within the Departmentincludes office of research, a dedicated biostatistician and internal researchfunding mechanism to support our faculty. The primary teaching hospital of UICOMP is Children's Hospital ofIllinois, a tertiary care facility serving a 37-county region with a populationbase of over two million. Children's Hospital of Illinois providescomprehensive services to children, including Level IV NICU and a state-designatedPediatric Critical Care Center. Children's Hospital of Illinois is a majormedical facility with 136 beds and a 32-bed critical care unit and the onlyLevel 1 trauma center in Illinois outside of Chicago. There are existing resources through UICOMPand Children's Hospital of Illinois for seeding research funding, quality andoutcomes focused academic work and innovation in health education.
About Peoria, Il
One of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 404,000, Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St.Louis. Ranked by US News and WorldReport as one of the top 10 most affordable places to live in the US in2023-2024, we have an enviable standard of living, excellent school system inthe surrounding suburbs, exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive, safe neighborhoods,a variety of quality shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.
Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over one hundredthousand annually. Residents areflocking to live in the Warehouse District and the surrounding areas (Dunlap,Morton, Washington) that provide safe friendly neighborhoods with all thecomforts of a metropolis.
We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus, ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout the nation.
To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12449?c=uic, scrolltowards the bottom of the page and click, "Apply Now".
You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullestconsideration please apply by 11/25/2024.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer,including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complieswith all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visitRequired 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 aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, andemployment eligibility review through E-Verify.
As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applicationsfrom individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex,gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disabilitystatus.
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all jobcandidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Backgroundchecks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.Request an accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/.