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SIU Medicine

Pediatric Gastroenterology (Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics

SIU Medicine, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777

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Description This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of Pediatric Gastroenterology to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.

Examples of Duties

Teaching

Participate in development and implementation of specific undergraduate curricula in Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Participate directly in Pediatric Gastroenterology residency training.

Participate in continuing education programs in Pediatric Gastroenterology for clinical faculty and practicing physicians.

Provide a role model for students and residents as a teacher and practicing Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Serve as a mentor for Pediatric Clerkship students.

Present at conferences for the Department of Pediatrics, such as Grand Rounds, Resident and Clerkship Seminars.

Regularly attend departmental meetings and educational seminars.

Service

Demonstrate commitment to mission and behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine, providing excellent service to internal and external customers through collaboration, partnership, compassion, respect, integrity, accountability, diversity, inclusion, continuous learning and improvement.

Set example to future practitioners of highly-skilled and conscientious practice of Pediatric Gastroenterology balanced with self-education and other academic activities.

Assist in coordination of multiple disciplinary clinics for care of Pediatric Gastroenterology patients including outreach clinics.

Maintain a clinical practice in Pediatric Gastroenterology to enhance clinical proficiency, complying with departmental, hospital and SIU HealthCare policies and guidelines.

Participate in peer review for assessing clinical practice skills for faculty within the Division.

Represent the Division in regional, state, and national matters pertaining to Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Attend national meetings and symposia in Pediatric Gastroenterology and related fields for contribution, acquisition of additional knowledge, and as an example to other physicians.

Serve on committees in national, regional, and state societies pertaining to Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Represent the Division and/or Department on committees as requested by the Department Chairman.

Administration

Assist the Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology in coordinating and directing the residency program.

Assist in assessment of manpower and education needs in the specialty of Pediatric Gastroenterology in central and southern Illinois and develop education programs to meet these needs.

Research

Actively engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Division.

Provide a role model for students and residents as an investigator.

Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support research.

Participate in quality assurance programs as assigned by the Division.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

MD or equivalent degree

Board eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics

Board eligible in pediatric gastroenterology

Eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois

Successful completion of an approved residency program

Strong commitment to clinical and educational excellence

Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics

Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology by the American Board of Pediatrics

Supplemental Information If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer providing equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons in accordance with local, state and federal law. Pre‑employment background screenings are required.

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