Pediatrics - Endocrinology - Physician

Your future role at a glance

Specialty:  Pediatric Endocrinology

Schedule:

40 hours per week, 32 patient contact hours per week
Call

Schedule:

Shared Equally
Practice Detail:  Join a busy and growing Pediatric Endocrinology Medical Group Practice
EMR System:  Athena and Cerner
Facility:  Ascension St. Alexius Women and Children's Hospital

Location:

Hoffman Estates, IL
Salary:  $ - $ per year
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

Life at Ascension:
Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

Comprehensive health coverage:
medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement:
employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge:
pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth:
Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being:
Employee Assistance Program  ,   counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support:
parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits:
optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

Ascension Illinois is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist for our Pediatric Endocrinology Department.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Illinois to provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights:

Full-time
Full-service outpatient Pediatric Endocrinology Practice
Inpatient rounds, potentially when on call
MA support for Endocrinology
Great referral network
Diabetes Educators
Excellent office support staff
Beautiful office setting on hospital campus with spacious exam rooms
Level III NICU and PICU
24/7 Neonatology service
24/7 Pediatric Hospitalist service
Pediatric ER
Great access to all Pediatric Sub-specialists on campus
Beautiful Northwest Suburban location

Responsibilities:
Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area.
Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinate discharge planning with case management.
Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accept patient referrals from other physicians. Act as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participates in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested.
Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
Participate in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
About Ascension Illinois
Ascension Illinois is an award-winning health system committed to delivering outstanding, compassionate care to communities we are privileged to serve in Chicago and the surrounding region. Our physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians care for patients in the city of Chicago and the greater Chicagoland area including the northwest suburbs.
We are one of the largest health systems in Illinois, with 5 hospitals serving Illinois families for over 156 years.

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