Attending Physician– Pediatric Hematology Oncology (Health System Clinician)

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.

Lurie Children's at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital (Winfield)

The Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, on Health System Clinician track, which provides opportunities for academic promotion, in the Division of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant. The position will be employed by the Lurie Children’s Medical Group (LCMG) and part of the Operating Unit of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant.

The Health System Clinician will join the existing division of 33 physician/physician-scientist faculty, 2 research faculty and 27 advanced practice providers across sections of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation. Responsibilities will include inpatient and outpatient clinical care, outreach clinics, and procedures. Health System Clinicians in the Division of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant at this site will also participate in research activities given the site’s affiliate status in the Children’s Oncology Group (COG).

The candidate must also be licensed in the State of Illinois to practice without restriction. In addition, the candidate will be required to obtain medical staff membership and privileges at Lurie Children’s and any other required health care institution, complete credentialing by managed care organizations and complete certain Human Resources employment processes, including providing proof ability to lawfully work in the United States, a pre-employment background check, employee health screening, and receipt of satisfactory professional references if requested.

The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled. 

Location(s)

Central DuPage Hospital

The expected base pay range for this position is $220,167 to $278,486

Lurie Children’s and Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits 

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. 

Visit us at  https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more. 

Lurie Children’s Medical Group offers a generous benefit packet to full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week that includes: 
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 mandatory 5% contribution, 10% employer match 

Various voluntary benefits: 

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability 

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage 

Tuition assistance from Lurie Children’s Hospital 

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 

Questions?   

Contact Cori James at cjames@luriechildrens.org.

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.
• Excellent written and oral communication skill.
• Passion for pediatric care.
   

Job Duties:

• 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.
   

Education

MD/DO: Medicine (Required)

Pay Range

$ 220,167 - $278,486

 

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

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

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org

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