The Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach are seeking board eligible/board certified pediatricians to join a growing team of pediatric hospitalists in our Outreach Division.

Clinical Activities Across the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach:
Pediatric hospitalists in the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach provide clinical services at community hospitals with which Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago have formed a partnership agreement. These sites can be found at https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/locations/  

Positions Available:
Full-time and part-time pediatric hospitalist positions are available at Franciscan Crown Point Hospital in Crown Point, Indiana. At Franciscan Health Crown Point, hospitalist faculty will provide 24/7 coverage of the inpatient pediatric unit, provide normal newborn coverage, and consults in the ED.   

Position Details:

• Full time faculty in the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach provide 1800 hours of clinical service per year.
• Clinical schedules are published well in advance to ensure faculty can adjust their clinical schedules when needed.
• Lurie Children’s and Franciscan Crown Point utilize the Epic electronic health record system.  
• Academic appointments for faculty are through the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  Appointment will be commensurate with the academic and clinical accomplishments of the candidate.
• An established clinical ladder is in place for promotion.
• Pediatric Hospital Medicine fellowship or certification is not required for this position.

Franciscan Health Crown Point:
In Fall 2022, Lurie Children’s and Franciscan Health Crown Point partnered to provide neonatal care, with Lurie neonatologists providing medical care at the 20-bed Level 3 NICU. The partnership is expanding to include pediatric hospitalist coverage by Lurie Children’s in Summer 2024.

In January 2024, Franciscan Health Crown Point is opening a new, $200 million hospital located at the interchange of I-65 and U.S. 231. It will double in size from the current hospital campus. In partnership with Lurie Children’s, Franciscan Health Crown Point is positioned to become a regional leader in pediatrics and a driving force in technology and high-quality patient care.

Benefits:
Faculty in Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach at Lurie Children’s receive competitive pay including malpractice, medical, dental and vision insurance.  In addition, as a non-profit organization, Lurie Children’s is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  The 403B (retirement) plan has a highly competitive employer contribution component as well.  Continuing Medical Education monies are allotted at $2500/year for full-time faculty.

Mission:
Faculty in the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach are involved across Lurie Children’s, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and the local and global communities in our organizational mission to achieve a healthier future for every child.  Many hospitalist faculty are leaders in education, advocacy, quality improvement, health equity, clinical informatics and scholarship.  

Education:
In addition to clinical teaching opportunities there are numerous mentors and educational leaders in the Division of Hospital Based Medicine-Outreach.

Candidates:
Applicants interested in careers in Hospital-Based Medicine, as well as applicants interested in spending shorter periods in Hospital Medicine before entering fellowships in Pediatric Subspecialties such as Neonatology and Pediatric Critical Care are welcome to apply. Academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly activity to date.

Interested individuals should email a CV and letter of interest referencing search number P-101N-21 to:

• Deanna Grohmann & Lisa Weber, Directors of Corporate Outreach
• Pat Chiamas, MD, Division Head Hospital-Based Medicine Outreach 
• Emails:  degrohmann@luriechildrens.org; LPWeber@luriechildrens.org; pchiamas@luriechildrens.org

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

About Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

About Lurie Children’s Hospital
Lurie Children’s is a 364-bed, freestanding children’s hospital in downtown Chicago.  At the facility, we strive to provide superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.  Lurie Children's is the largest pediatric specialty provider in the region and the medical staff includes over 1,800 physicians and allied health professionals in 70 pediatric specialties.  Lurie Children’s was the first children’s hospital in the country to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence.  Lurie Children’s continues to be the top ranked children’s hospital in Illinois and the only children’s hospital in the state to rank in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Lurie Children’s was named a Level I Pediatric Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons for the third time, becoming the first children’s hospital in Illinois to earn this status.  In 2018, Lurie Children’s was named one of the country’s 20 most innovative children’s hospitals by Parents Magazine.    

Our Mission at Lurie Children’s
At Lurie Children’s, we are dedicated to the health and well-being of all children.  As a leader in pediatrics, we do this through our model of C.A.R.E.  The C.A.R.E. acronym symbolizes our commitment to clinical care, advocacy, research and education.  We are inspired by our patients and each other to ignite hope in the pursuit of healthier futures for children and families of Chicago and beyond.  Our vision is to be a transformational force in C.A.R.E and innovative in achieving a healthier future for every child.  Our principles guide our behaviors and actions each day to live our Mission and Purpose and achieve our Vision.  We lead with integrity, practicing courage and honesty, speaking up for what is right and being accountable to our teams and patients.  We champion equity, treating everyone fairly and with respect, appreciating differences and making meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship.  And we are committed to discovery, embracing creativity and new ideas to continuously learn, improve and catalyze change every day.

About Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

About Lurie Children’s Hospital Lurie Children’s is a 364-bed, freestanding children’s hospital in downtown Chicago. At the facility, we strive to provide superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. Lurie Children's is the largest pediatric specialty provider in the region and the medical staff includes over 1,800 physicians and allied health professionals in 70 pediatric specialties. Lurie Children’s was the first children’s hospital in the country to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence. Lurie Children’s continues to be the top ranked children’s hospital in Illinois and the only children’s hospital in the state to rank in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Lurie Children’s was named a Level I Pediatric Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons for the third time, becoming the first children’s hospital in Illinois to earn this status. In 2018, Lurie Children’s was named one of the country’s 20 most innovative children’s hospitals by Parents Magazine.