Pediatrics Behavioral Physician
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Job Description
Your Future Role at a Glance
- This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Join an established and well-respected practice at our Ascension Women and Children's Hospital
As part of our Ascension Medical Group Illinois Pediatric Specialties office you will work alongside other pediatric specialists, nurses and support staff. You will be part of a highly qualified team that works to evaluate, diagnose and treat a range of conditions including autism, developmental delays, learning disorders and ADHD. Our team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapist and a DevelopmentalTherapist
We also have a collaboration with a Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Ascension Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center and Ascension Behavioral Health Hospital
- Call structure: only clinic, minimal call
- Practice setting: Outpatient
- High quality service in one convenient location
- Excellent office support staff
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental
- Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration
About the Facility
- 131 bed hospital
- All private rooms
- Level III NICU/PICU
- 3,000 plus births
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
- Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
- What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
- Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Key Responsibilities
The physician will evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients with conditions such as autism, developmental delays, and ADHD. They will work collaboratively within an established practice alongside speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and other specialists.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board certified or eligible in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental medicine. A valid Illinois medical license and DEA registration are required prior to the start date.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
In Illinois, the Pediatrics weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$255k (48 salary observations; 73 listings), vs ~$242k nationally (500 salary observations; 1,997 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 60% have no call, 46% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 14.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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