Pediatric Gastroenterology (Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of Pediatric Gastroenterology to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.

Teaching
1. Participate in the development and implementation of specific undergraduate curricula in
Pediatric Gastroenterology.
2. Participate directly in Pediatric Gastroenterology residency training.
3. Participate in continuing education programs in Pediatric Gastroenterology for both the
clinical faculty and for practicing physicians in the area.
4. Provide a role model for students and residents as a teacher and practicing Pediatric
Gastroenterology.
5. Serve as a mentor for Pediatric Clerkship students.
6. Present at conferences for the Department of Pediatrics, such as Grand Rounds, Resident
and Clerkship Seminars.
7. Regularly attend departmental meetings and educational seminars.
Service
1. Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU
School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers
through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and
accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement
2. Set an example to future practitioners of highly-skilled and conscientious practice of
Pediatric Gastroenterology that is balanced with self-education and other academic
activities.
3. Assist in the coordination of multiple disciplinary clinics for the care of Pediatric
Gastroenterology patients including outreach clinics.
4. Maintain a clinical practice in Pediatric Gastroenterology in order to enhance clinical
proficiency. These services will be provided in accordance with the terms of departmental,
hospital and SIU HealthCare policies and guidelines.
5. Participate in peer review for assessing clinical practice skills for faculty within the Division.
6. Represent the Division in regional, state, and national matters pertaining to the field of
Pediatric Gastroenterology.
7. Attend national meetings and symposia in Pediatric Gastroenterology and related fields for
the purpose of contribution, acquisition of additional knowledge, and as an example to
other physicians.
8. Serve on committees in national, regional, and state societies pertaining to Pediatric
Gastroenterology.
9. Represent the Division and/or Department on committees as requested by the Department
Chairman.
Administration
1. Assist the Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology in coordinating and directing the
residency program.
2. Assist in the assessment of manpower and education needs in the specialty of Pediatric
Gastroenterology in central and southern Illinois and develop education programs to meet
these needs.
Research
1. Actively engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of
the Division.
2. Provide a role model for students and residents as an investigator.
3. Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support research.
4. Participate in quality assurance programs as assigned by the
Division.

* MD or equivalent degree
* Board eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics
* Board eligible in pediatric gastroenterology
* Eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois
* Successful completion of an approved residency program
* Possess a strong commitment to clinical and educational excellence
* Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

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