Attending Physician

7 days ago
Chicago, Illinois$100K - $1MFull TimePediatrics

Job Description

About the Role

Join Lurie Children's Hospital as a Attending Physician – Pediatrics, $100K-$1M in United States. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and children to check and record their physical and mental development.
  • Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
  • Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history.
  • Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration.

Requirements

  • and maximum targets for the position.
  • Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $100K - $1M
  • 401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Lurie Children's Hospital as a Attending Physician – Pediatrics, $100K-$1M.

Key Skills

Pediatric CareMedical DiagnosisTreatment PlanningPrescribing MedicationLab Test InterpretationPatient ExaminationMental Health ScreeningInjury TreatmentParental AdvisingRecord KeepingPatient AdvocacyCommunication SkillsMedical TechnologyResearchInfection ControlPreventive Medicine
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Attending Physician at Lurie Children's Hospital a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Pediatrics physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Lurie Children's Hospital is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $100K - $1M.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Pediatric Care, Medical Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Prescribing Medication, Lab Test Interpretation, Patient Examination, Mental Health Screening, Injury Treatment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The physician will conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and children, diagnose conditions based on scientific knowledge and medical history, and prescribe appropriate treatments and medications. Duties also include consulting with partners, treating injuries, advising parents, and maint...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 403b with 5% Match, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Lurie Children's Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
5-10

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
403b with 5% Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
2.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

7d ago

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