| Position | Neonatology Full-Time Staff |
| Credentials | MD, Neonatology BC/BE |
| Name | Alexandra Murdoch |
| Title | MPH Director of Corporate Outreach |
| Organization | Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Neonatology – Outreach |
| 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.