University of Illinois
Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief)
University of Illinois, Peoria, Illinois, us, 61639
Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief)
Hiring Department : UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location : Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1028077
Posting Close Date : 12/31/2024Position Summary
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a pediatric ophthalmologist with a track record in healthcare leadership and program development for the position of Section Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology
Duties & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain effective education programs in Pediatric Ophthalmology for medical students and residents. Collaborate with other faculty in maintaining excellence in general pediatric education.Stimulate and nurture scholarly activity within the Division and strengthen current research portfolio.Expand clinical service program to meet regional needs.Develop a vision for expansion and growth of current clinical services.Provide leadership to support the faculty in the Division of Ophthalmology to achieve excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.To sustain an existing supportive and collaborative environment for other subspecialists thus facilitating programs that care for high complexity patients.To support quality improvement efforts and safety initiatives within the Division and Children's Hospital of Illinois.Direct and conduct his/her own research in Pediatric OphthalmologyProvide care for patients with Ophthalmologic diseases admitted to Children's Hospital of Illinois, consultation and support to other services and manage patients in ambulatory clinics.Collaborate with other ancillary services to provide high quality, safe, and individualized patient, and family centered care.Perform duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development and administration.Minimum Qualifications
MD/DO or compatible degree international medical degree3 years ophthalmology residency and 1-year AAPOS approved pediatric ophthalmology fellowship.Board Certified/Board Eligible in OphthalmologyEligible for licensure in IllinoisClinical experience in the field of pediatric ophthalmologyExperience in teaching medical students and residents in the area of pediatric ophthalmology.Preferred Qualifications
Proven leadership credentials and track record of developing clinical programs in pediatric ophthalmologyStrong background in clinic/translation research
About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:
UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 244medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduateprograms. The Department of Pediatricsis one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital ofIllinois, the Department has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty membersproviding general pediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatricpopulation in Central Illinois.
About Children's Hospital of Illinois
The current research infrastructure within the Departmentincludes office of research, a dedicated biostatistician and internal researchfunding mechanism to support our faculty. The primary teaching hospital of UICOMP is Children's Hospital ofIllinois, a tertiary care facility serving a 37-county region with a populationbase of over two million. Children's Hospital of Illinois providescomprehensive services to children, including Quaternary Care NICU and astate-designated Pediatric Critical Care Center. Children's Hospital ofIllinois is a major medical facility with 136 beds and a 32-bed critical careunit and the only Level 1 trauma center in Illinois outside of Chicago. There are existing resources through UICOMPand Children's Hospital of Illinois for seeding research funding, quality andoutcomes focused academic work and innovation in health education.
About Peoria, Il
One of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 112,936, Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living,exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets,quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.
Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over 100,000annually. Residents are flocking to livein the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street that produce theperfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city.
We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout thenation.
To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12322?c=uic, scrolltowards the bottom of the page and click, "Apply Now".
You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullestconsideration please apply by 11/13/2024.
The University of Illinois System is anequal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/orveteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employmentmandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, andemployment eligibility review through E-Verify.
As an EOE/AA employer, the University ofIllinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant'srace, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationalorigin, and Veteran or disability status.
The University of Illinois conductsbackground checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offerof employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the FairCredit Reporting Act.
The university provides accommodations toapplicants and employees. Request an accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/.
Hiring Department : UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location : Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1028077
Posting Close Date : 12/31/2024Position Summary
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a pediatric ophthalmologist with a track record in healthcare leadership and program development for the position of Section Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology
Duties & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain effective education programs in Pediatric Ophthalmology for medical students and residents. Collaborate with other faculty in maintaining excellence in general pediatric education.Stimulate and nurture scholarly activity within the Division and strengthen current research portfolio.Expand clinical service program to meet regional needs.Develop a vision for expansion and growth of current clinical services.Provide leadership to support the faculty in the Division of Ophthalmology to achieve excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.To sustain an existing supportive and collaborative environment for other subspecialists thus facilitating programs that care for high complexity patients.To support quality improvement efforts and safety initiatives within the Division and Children's Hospital of Illinois.Direct and conduct his/her own research in Pediatric OphthalmologyProvide care for patients with Ophthalmologic diseases admitted to Children's Hospital of Illinois, consultation and support to other services and manage patients in ambulatory clinics.Collaborate with other ancillary services to provide high quality, safe, and individualized patient, and family centered care.Perform duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development and administration.Minimum Qualifications
MD/DO or compatible degree international medical degree3 years ophthalmology residency and 1-year AAPOS approved pediatric ophthalmology fellowship.Board Certified/Board Eligible in OphthalmologyEligible for licensure in IllinoisClinical experience in the field of pediatric ophthalmologyExperience in teaching medical students and residents in the area of pediatric ophthalmology.Preferred Qualifications
Proven leadership credentials and track record of developing clinical programs in pediatric ophthalmologyStrong background in clinic/translation research
About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:
UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 244medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduateprograms. The Department of Pediatricsis one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital ofIllinois, the Department has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty membersproviding general pediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatricpopulation in Central Illinois.
About Children's Hospital of Illinois
The current research infrastructure within the Departmentincludes office of research, a dedicated biostatistician and internal researchfunding mechanism to support our faculty. The primary teaching hospital of UICOMP is Children's Hospital ofIllinois, a tertiary care facility serving a 37-county region with a populationbase of over two million. Children's Hospital of Illinois providescomprehensive services to children, including Quaternary Care NICU and astate-designated Pediatric Critical Care Center. Children's Hospital ofIllinois is a major medical facility with 136 beds and a 32-bed critical careunit and the only Level 1 trauma center in Illinois outside of Chicago. There are existing resources through UICOMPand Children's Hospital of Illinois for seeding research funding, quality andoutcomes focused academic work and innovation in health education.
About Peoria, Il
One of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 112,936, Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living,exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets,quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.
Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over 100,000annually. Residents are flocking to livein the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street that produce theperfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city.
We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout thenation.
To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12322?c=uic, scrolltowards the bottom of the page and click, "Apply Now".
You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullestconsideration please apply by 11/13/2024.
The University of Illinois System is anequal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/orveteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employmentmandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, andemployment eligibility review through E-Verify.
As an EOE/AA employer, the University ofIllinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant'srace, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationalorigin, and Veteran or disability status.
The University of Illinois conductsbackground checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offerof employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the FairCredit Reporting Act.
The university provides accommodations toapplicants and employees. Request an accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/.