| Position | Neonatology Full-Time Staff |
| Credentials | MD, Neonatology BC/BE |
| Starting Date | Negotiable |
| Name | Alexandra Murdoch, MPH |
| Title | Director of Corporate Outreach |
| Organization | Lurie Children's Hospital |
| City | Chicago Area |
| State | IL |
| amurdoch@luriechildrens.org |
Clinical Activities Across the Neonatology - Outreach:
Neonatologists provide clinical services at one or more of the Outreach Partner Hospitals including Northwestern Medicine locations at Central DuPage, Delnor, Lake Forest, Huntley and Palos Hospitals in the western, north and southwest suburbs, as well as Silver Cross in New Lenox and Franciscan Health in Crown Point Indiana. Outreach neonatologists are supported by an extensive network of Lurie Children’s pediatric subspecialists via onsite and telemedicine consultations. Outreach neonatologists have opportunities to be involved in quality improvement work locally and with Illinois Perinatal Quality Council (ILPQC) and Vermont Oxford Network.
At Lurie Children’s Outreach Partner Hospitals in the greater Chicago area, Neonatologist responsibilities may vary by site and can include coverage of Level II, II-E SCN, and Level III NICUs, consultation services, and attendance at deliveries. Note, clinical capabilities vary by site but may include:
Mechanical Ventilation: Conventional, High Frequency Oscillator, High Frequency Jet
Bubble CPAP and high flow nasal cannula
Inhaled Nitric Oxide
Therapeutic Hypothermia
Continuous Video EEG
Pediatric general and specialty surgical services
Positions Available:
Full-time and part-time neonatologist positions are available at Lurie Children’s Hospital’s Partner Outreach Hospitals
Position Details:
Full-time faculty in the Division of Neonatology - Outreach provide clinical service based on a 24/7 in house or out of hospital model depending on the location.
Clinical schedules are published in several month increments and there are frequent shift trades within the group to ensure faculty can adjust their clinical schedules when needed.
Lurie Children’s partner hospitals use Epic and Cerner electronic health systems depending on the location.
Benefits:
Faculty in Neonatology - Outreach at Lurie Children’s receive competitive pay including malpractice, medical, dental and vision insurance. In addition, as a non-profit organization, Lurie Children’s is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The 403B (retirement) plan has a highly competitive employer contribution component as well. Continuing Medical Education monies are allotted at $2500/year for full-time faculty.
Mission:
Neonatology – Outreach Faculty are deeply involved across Lurie Children’s and the local and global communities in our organizational mission to achieve a healthier future for every child. Many neonatology faculty are leaders in education, advocacy, quality improvement, health equity, clinical informatics and scholarship.
The Greater Chicago Area:
The Chicago area is fantastic with a broad range of amenities offered to make it a wonderful place to live. Lurie Children’s Hospital’s main campus is across the street from the Museum of Contemporary Art and just steps away from the Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue. There are outstanding museums, theaters, concerts, zoos and major league sports teams and a thriving restaurant scene. Lake Michigan and the cityside beaches are serene in the winter and vibrant in the summer with outdoor recreation activities. Outreach partner hospitals are primarily located in the surrounding suburbs which are home to wonderful family friendly activities and excellent school systems just a short drive from downtown Chicago.
Interested individuals should email a CV and letter of interest to Alexandra Murdoch, MPH Director of Corporate Outreach, Email: amurdoch@luriechildrens.org
Lurie Children’s is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
About Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Lurie Children’s is a 364-bed, freestanding children’s hospital in downtown Chicago. At the facility, we strive to provide superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. Lurie Children's is the largest pediatric specialty provider in the region and the medical staff includes over 1,800 physicians and allied health professionals in 70 pediatric specialties. Lurie Children’s was the first children’s hospital in the country to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence. Lurie Children’s continues to be the top ranked children’s hospital in Illinois and the only children’s hospital in the state to rank in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Lurie Children’s was named a Level I Pediatric Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons for the third time, becoming the first children’s hospital in Illinois to earn this status. In 2018, Lurie Children’s was named one of the country’s 20 most innovative children’s hospitals by Parents Magazine.
Our Mission at Lurie Children’s
At Lurie Children’s, we are dedicated to the health and well-being of all children. As a leader in pediatrics, we do this through our model of C.A.R.E. The C.A.R.E. acronym symbolizes our commitment to clinical care, advocacy, research and education. We are inspired by our patients and each other to ignite hope in the pursuit of healthier futures for children and families of Chicago and beyond. Our vision is to be a transformational force in C.A.R.E and innovative in achieving a healthier future for every child. Our principles guide our behaviors and actions each day to live our Mission and Purpose and achieve our Vision. We lead with integrity, practicing courage and honesty, speaking up for what is right and being accountable to our teams and patients. We champion equity, treating everyone fairly and with respect, appreciating differences and making meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. And we are committed to discovery, embracing creativity and new ideas to continuously learn, improve and catalyze change every day.