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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Pediatric healthcare provider and teaching partner

Attending Physician - Wellness & Weight Management, Health System Clinician

Physicians & SurgeonsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChicago, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Candidates must be board certified in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics.
  • Candidates must have clinical experience in weight management, such as in primary care or relevant subspecialties including Endocrinology, Cardiology, or Gastroenterology.
  • Candidates must hold a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree with specialization in pediatrics.
  • Candidates must hold valid licenses for the State of Illinois and be licensed, or in the process of obtaining licensure, to practice without restriction.
  • Board certification or board eligibility is required.
  • Candidates must have written and oral communication skills.
  • Candidates must be licensed in Illinois to practice without restriction and obtain medical staff membership and privileges at Lurie Children’s and any other required healthcare institution.
  • Candidates must complete credentialing by managed care organizations and employment processes, including proof of ability to lawfully work in the United States, a pre-employment background check, employee health screening, and satisfactory professional references if requested.

Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient care for children and adolescents ages 2 to 19 with obesity and related cardio-renal-metabolic complications.
  • Participate in Department and Feinberg School of Medicine educational programs, which may include teaching service, training, preceptorship, and mentoring.
  • Attend designated divisional and Departmental meetings and perform other administrative duties as determined by the Division Head.
  • Support advocacy initiatives on behalf of patients, families, and the community.
  • Conduct thorough examinations of newborns and children to assess and record their physical and mental development.
  • Examine sick children, determine their condition, and gather information about symptoms.
  • Reach informed diagnoses based on scientific knowledge and individual medical histories.
  • Prescribe medications and provide detailed administration instructions.
  • Diagnose, treat, and screen pediatric patients for mental health illness.
  • Prescribe and interpret appropriate laboratory tests to investigate possible infections or abnormalities.
  • Consult with pediatric colleagues and nurses on best practices.
  • Examine and treat injuries, and refer patients to other physician specialties when necessary.
  • Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise, and disease-prevention measures, emphasizing early detection and prevention.
  • Maintain updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries, and other medical episodes.
  • Advocate for patients, families, and fellow staff members.
  • Keep current with advances in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.

Desired Qualifications

  • Board certification in Obesity Medicine or completion of an obesity medicine fellowship is preferred.
  • Candidates who are not yet certified may be eligible for institutional support to obtain certification.

About the Company

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Pediatric healthcare provider and teaching partner

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is a leading pediatric hospital and teaching hospital, providing comprehensive medical care for children across specialties. It operates as the region’s largest pediatric healthcare provider, offering hospital-based care and serving as a teaching and research partner with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Its services are delivered through pediatric clinicians and researchers who diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of childhood conditions, often incorporating education and clinical research into care. The hospital differentiates itself by its size in the region, its strong academic affiliation, and national rankings across all 10 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Its goal is to improve child health by delivering high-quality care, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of pediatric clinicians.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$10M
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1900

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