Academic Pediatric General Surgery Physician Opportunity in Illinois

# Pediatric Surgery – Academic Opportunity

High Case Volume | Strong Support | Program-Building Role

An established academic medical center in Illinois is seeking a Pediatric Surgeon to join its pediatric surgery program within the Division of General Surgery. This replacement position offers immediate volume, excellent support, and the opportunity to help shape and expand the service line.

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Position Highlights

• Join a collaborative team with 1 Pediatric Surgeon

• ~500 annual cases

• Dedicated OR block time

• Call: ~10 days/month

• Average 40 operative cases/month per surgeon

### Academic Environment

• Full faculty appointment at an accredited medical school
• Teaching residents & medical students
• Access to robust research infrastructure, including statistical and clinical research support
• Academic rank open (Assistant–Professor)

### Candidate Parameters

• Pediatric Surgery fellowship-trained; BE/BC
• Eligible for Illinois licensure
• Experienced candidates preferred; strong new graduates welcome

• Interest in program development

• Visa sponsorship considered

### Compensation & Support

• Hybrid compensation model: University base + RVU-driven clinical salary

• Additional call stipend

• Sign-on and relocation assistance

• Marketing and referral support from dedicated physician outreach staff

### Program Growth

• Developing a formal chest wall center

• Expanding complex neonatal and oncology capabilities
• Strategic goal: retain all regional pediatric surgery referrals locally