Pediatric Wellness & Weight Management Attending Physician

• Pay: $198,000 – $293,000 per year
• Employment: Full time
• Location: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
• Lurie Children's Job ID: JR2026-816

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.

Job Description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM) are seeking a part-time or full-time, non-tenure-eligible Health System Clinician in the Wellness and Weight Management program, part of the Division of Advanced General Pediatrics and Primary Care. The position will be employed by the Lurie Children’s Medical Group (LCMG) and part of the Operating Unit of the Department of Pediatrics.

About the Role

The individual’s clinical responsibilities include outpatient care for children and adolescents (ages 2 to 19) with obesity and related cardio-renal-metabolic complications. The Wellness and Weight Management Program currently sees nearly 3,000 patient visits annually at one of three outpatient locations.

You will join a multidisciplinary team which includes

• Physicians
• Advanced Practice Providers
• Registered Dietitians
• Nursing and Medical Assistant support
• Social Work
• Administrative staff

Our program offers individualized, evidence-informed, family-centered care including:

• Intensive lifestyle interventions
• Pharmacotherapy
• Coordination with Lurie Children’s Bariatric Surgery Program
• Access to a broad network of Lurie Children’s subspecialists

Academic & Institutional Responsibilities

All faculty members are expected to participate in the educational programs of the Department and FSM, which may include teaching service, training, preceptorship, mentoring, etc. Additionally, all Lurie Children’s faculty members are expected to attend certain divisional and Departmental meetings and engage in other administrative duties as determined by the Division Head. Advocacy work on behalf of patients, families, and the community we serve is an important component of LCMG’s and Lurie Children’s mission. It is expected that all faculty members will support important initiatives in this area.

Location

• This individual’s clinical time will be primarily based at Lurie Children’s new Austin HOPE Center, located in the Austin neighborhood – a community rich in history and cultural strength that has experienced longstanding underinvestment. This exciting new, multispecialty clinic and hub for pediatric specialty care and community services is being co-developed with the Stone Community Development Corporation and Community Neighborhood Initiatives, driven by feedback from community members. As program needs evolve, clinical responsibilities may expand to additional locations.

Qualified candidates are required to be

• Board certified in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics
• Have clinical experience in weight management (primary care or relevant subspecialties such as Endocrinology, Cardiology, or Gastroenterology)
• 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.

Preferred qualifications include

• Board certification in Obesity Medicine or completion of an obesity medicine fellowship
• Candidates not yet certified may be eligible for institutional support to obtain certification

The candidate must also be licensed (or in the process of obtaining licensure) 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 of 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 it is filled.

The displayed pay range represents base pay targets using designated benchmarks, which are reviewed annually. Individual salary may be determined by years in rank, experience, demand within the specialty, additional training, extramural funding, and strength of publication history. Other compensation opportunities vary but may include mission-based, clinical, research, and academic incentives or additional compensation for leadership roles in line with the respective compensation plan.

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.

MD/DO: Medicine (Required)

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.

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:

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.

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