Attending Surgeon

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

$100K — $500K+*
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Surgery
  • Valid Illinois medical licenses
  • Board certification or eligibility in pediatrics
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong passion for pediatric care

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough examinations of newborns and children
  • Diagnose and assess the conditions of sick children
  • Prescribe medications with administration instructions
  • Order and interpret diagnostics and lab tests
  • Consult with pediatric partners and nurses for best practices
  • Perform surgical procedures for treatment of deformities and injuries
  • Maintain accurate records of patient medical history and treatments

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid Time Off, holidays, and parental leave
  • 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match
  • Tuition assistance and student loan support
  • Backup childcare and eldercare assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program and behavioral health resources
  • Discounts at Lurie Children's facilities
Full Job Description
Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description KS.A.'s: • Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine with specialization in Surgical discipline. • 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. • Order diagnostic tests and exams. • 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. • Perform surgical procedures to correct deformities, congenital problems, injury and illness. • 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 $100,000.00-$1,000,000.00 Salary At Lurie'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'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

Similar Jobs

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

More Healthcare Jobs

Find similar Attending Surgeon jobs: