Job Description

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of pediatric surgery to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.

Responsibilities

• I. Teaching 25%
  
  • Carry out delegated responsibilities concerning the instruction of medical students in the disciplines of general surgery and pediatric surgery as well as general medical care. This includes: participation in and direction of formal rounds, conferences, and seminars; leadership and instruction during formal and informal ward rounds; and teaching of surgical principles during operative procedures.
  • Act as a role model for the house staff and provide instruction during rounds, conferences, and in the operating room.
  • Provide oversight for the pediatric surgical rotation for house officers.
  • Develop and present continuing medical education programs for Central Illinois.
  • Carry out the responsibilities of the Medical Directorship of Pediatric Trauma for SJH.
  
  
  
• II. Service 75%
  • Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement.
  • Provide a role model for students and residents by maintaining a practice of high quality in general pediatric surgery.
  • Provide consultative and/or diagnostic service to house staff and other physicians.
  • Provide support and service in conjunction with the Department of Pediatrics.
  • Participate in assigned departmental, medical school and hospital committees.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
• Board-eligible or Board-Certified in Pediatric Surgery
• MD license
• Able to be licensed in the State of Illinois
• Successful completion of a Pediatric Surgery residency program

Supplemental Information

The budgeted annual salary range is $393,000 to $437,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. Additional incentive compensation may also be available for clinical work performed beyond the standard scope of responsibilities.

Additional Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.

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