Pediatric Opening in Grand Rapids, MI
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Pediatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/17/24
**Section Chief - Pediatric Generalist opening in Grand Rapids, MI**
Located in the heart of Grand Rapids, MI
**Position Details**
- Specialty: Section Chief - Pediatric Generalist
- Practice Type: Full-time, employed position in an academic pediatric clinic
- Team Composition: Join a team of 7 academic pediatricians, neuropsychologists, and APPs supported by pediatric residency core faculty and assistant program directors
- Resident and Student Involvement: Primary continuity site for over 80 residents, including categorical pediatrics, medicine-pediatrics, and child neurology residents
- Clinical Scope: Approximately 50% of clinical time precepting residents and 50% providing direct care to pediatric patients
- Multidisciplinary Opportunity: Collaborate with pediatric psychology in a multidisciplinary autism assessment center
- EHR: Epic system
- Academic Appointment: MSU faculty appointment available based on goals and experience
- Mentorship: Available for professional growth and development
**Highlights**
- New state-of-the-art academic primary care center opening in January 2025
- Robust support for quality, educational, and scholarly projects
- Collaborative relationships with over 40 specialties located on campus
- Light call schedule
**Qualifications**
- Medical Degree (MD or DO)
- Current M.D. or D.O. license in the State of Michigan
- Current State of Michigan and Federal Narcotics Licenses
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
**Benefits Details**
- Competitive salary and starting bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision plan options
- 403b & 457b retirement plans with employer contributions
- CME funds with additional funds for licensure, board fees, and dues
- Concierge services to support work/life balance
- Paid time off (30 days per year) and paternity leave
- Relocation assistance
- Malpractice coverage
**Community Details**
- Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan, known for its vibrant downtown, diverse culture, and numerous local amenities
- Economic and cultural hub of West Michigan with hundreds of local restaurants, craft breweries, concert venues, and theaters
- Home to ArtPrize, Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, and close to the beautiful West Michigan lakeshore (30 minutes away)
- Recognized as the #1 best city to raise a family by Forbes, based on cost of living, affordability, commute, and education
- Growing metro population of over 1 million people, recently ranked by US News as the 16th best place to live in the United States
**About the Children's Hospital**
- A state-of-the-art, 241-bed freestanding childrens hospital with over 350 pediatric specialists and subspecialists
- Includes a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and one of the nations largest NICUs (108 beds)
- Annual visits: 8,760 inpatient, 124,600 ambulatory, and over 55,185 in the Pediatric Emergency Department
- Recognized for excellence in care and ranked nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 12 years
**About Health System**
- Health System is a leading not-for-profit health system with a commitment to community partnerships, innovation, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare
- Employs over 60,000 dedicated professionals, including more than 11,500 physicians and 15,000 nurses
- Operates 22 hospitals and over 300 outpatient locations, with Priority Health serving more than 1.2 million members
- Affiliated with three medical schools, offering 78 residency and fellowship programs with over 900 trainees