Neonatal Genomics, Riley Children's Health
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 702 Riley Hospital Dr., Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/17/24

The Division of Neonatology at Riley Children's at Indiana University Health is looking to expand the Perinatal Genomics program. At least 40% of NICU patients at Riley Hospital for Children have symptoms of genetic disease and now, 12% have a confirmed diagnosis due to the innovative work of our Perinatal Genomics program. This first of its kind program was founded in 2021 to fill a need for personalized genomic care for our most vulnerable patients. Kristen R. Suhrie, MD leads the program and has worked to standardize genomic care in the NICU, support families throughout the diagnostic process, and study outcomes for patients needing genetic services.

Riley Hospital for Children serves as the primary referral center for NICU patients requiring level IV NICU care in Indiana. Due to the early success of the Perinatal Genomics program, Indiana University Health is working to provide genomic care for NICU patients across the state.

Research and Clinical Opportunities

  • Genomic Care through the continuum: Navigating Transitions from prenatal to NICU to home
  • Undiagnosed genetic disease in the NICU: New disease discovery and phenotype expansion of known genetic disorders
  • Genomic education for medical providers and families
  • Implementing genomic care in level III NICUs
  • Telehealth genomic NICU services
  • Studies to define the ways parents understand and use genomic information
  • Ethical challenges of using genetic information in critically ill neonates
  • The use of pharmacogenomic data in the NICU
  • Defining childhood outcomes for NICU graduates impacted by genetic disease.
  • The public health impact of providing early genomic care to NICU patients

Position Overview

  • Membership in the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, including active participation in teaching curricula for medical students, pediatric residents, neonatal fellows, and Advanced Practice providers (NNPs and PAs)
  • Participation in additional academic activities - faculty appointment with IU School of Medicine is available based on experience
  • Competitive compensation and generous benefits dually employed through Indiana University School of Medicine and Indiana University Health; retirement, relocation, vacation, CME. Recruiter can provide information about additional benefits
  • Qualified new grads and experienced providers seeking opportunities in both clinical and research career pathways are welcome to apply
  • Indiana University is a welcoming, collaborative, inclusive environment where you can thrive and be valued.

Qualifications

  • Completion of pediatric residency and neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship
  • BE/BC in pediatrics and neonatal-perinatal medicine
  • Physician MD/DO licensed in or eligible for Indiana license
  • New graduates and experienced providers encouraged to apply

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Community Overview

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

  • Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
  • Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
  • Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
  • Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
  • Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
  • Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
  • Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
  • Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
  • Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Hospital Overview

For more than 95 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.

Riley Hospital is nationally ranked as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.

In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked ninth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.

At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. With a bold approach to diversity and inclusion, we are the place where many voices and perspectives come together to improve the health of our communities today and in the future.

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