Attending Moonlighter-1

Posted:
10/23/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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.

Location

La Rabida Children's Hospital

Job Description

Lurie Children’s is a leading provider of pediatric care for children of all ages. The mission is to create a compassionate, nurturing environment where young patients feel safe, while delivering the best pediatric care experience for the entire family. Serve as a community leader in providing health and wellness information.

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.
     

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • 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.

Education

MD/DO: Medicine (Required)

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 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.

Support email: [email protected]

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

Website: https://luriechildrens.org/

Headquarter Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1900

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Children ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Medical