Pediatrics - Hospitalist - Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization, in collaboration with a prominent medical school, is excited to announce the search for a Division Chief of Pediatric Hospital Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics. This role presents a remarkable opportunity for an innovative leader to elevate the division to national recognition as a center of excellence in clinical care, education, and research in pediatric hospital medicine.

Established in 2002, the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Division is among the largest academic hospital medicine divisions in the country, currently comprising 41 faculty members. The division boasts a well-regarded ACGME-accredited fellowship program that trains two fellows each year. Faculty members provide care across several facilities, including Riley Hospital for Children, IU Health North Hospital, IU Health West Hospital, IU Health Bloomington Hospital, and IU Health Fishers Hospital. These locations serve the greater Indianapolis area and Bloomington, forming part of Indiana's largest comprehensive health system. The Pediatric Hospital Medicine team delivers a wide range of services, from neonatal care to advanced management of pediatric patients. Our pediatric hospitalists are dedicated to evidence-based practices, aiming to provide the highest quality, safest, and most efficient care. They are known for driving change and striving for excellence through hospital administration and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities of the Division Chief include:

• Enhancing the clinical, educational, and research initiatives of the division
• Supporting the academic growth of Pediatric Hospitalist faculty and fellows
• Overseeing the provision of cutting-edge pediatric hospitalist consultation and care for children in Indiana and the Midwest
• Advocating for a collaborative, team-oriented approach to clinical care and consultation through the development of systems and value-based care
• Leading efforts to foster collaboration and growth within the Pediatric Hospitalist Program
• Strengthening and advancing the Pediatric Hospitalist Fellowship
• Encouraging and promoting research, quality improvement, and clinical advancements in Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Facilitating a broad range of collaboration and research opportunities

Our medical school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive campus community. We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community involvement contribute to enriching learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We welcome individuals who are committed to enhancing health equity and well-being across the state of Indiana.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate or terminal degree is required (MD, DO, or MD-PhD)
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Hospital Medicine is preferred
• Must be eligible for medical licensure in Indiana
• A minimum of five years of experience demonstrating clinical, educational, or research excellence in pediatric hospital medicine
• Progressive leadership experience in an academic medical setting
• Experience in basic, clinical, translational, public health research, or quality improvement
• Academic qualifications suitable for an appointment as Associate Professor or Professor on the clinical-educator or tenure track

About Indianapolis, Indiana: As the 17th largest city in the United States, Indianapolis offers a unique blend of charm and culture, balancing business and leisure seamlessly. Residents enjoy:

• A leading educational system and top-ranked universities, complemented by a diverse population
• A vibrant downtown filled with arts, theaters, world-class museums, a zoo, concerts, and memorials
• A recognition from U.S. News & World Report as one of the best places to live in the United States
• A top-ranked international airport, celebrated as the "Best Airport in North America" for twelve consecutive years
• A ranking by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities for living and home buying
• Historic neighborhoods surrounded by cultural districts and an affordable cost of living
• Outdoor recreational activities, including golfing, boating, and unique parks
• Home to professional sports teams such as the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), and the Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar), as well as the nation's largest half marathon
• Convenient access to nearby cities like Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati