Permanent Pediatrics Physician Jobs in Illinois

PEDIATRIC HOSPITALIST 7-On/7-Off Schedule | Partnership Track | Live in St. Louis or Southern Illinois Looking for a sustainable pediatric career with exceptional work-life balance, manageable volumes, and future ownership potential? Private Practice is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatrician to join its established Pediatric Hospitalist team. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice inpatient pediatrics and newborn care in a supportive environment while enjoying a highly desirable block schedule and a pathway to future practice ownership. Opportunity Highlights • 7-on/7-off schedule • No outpatient clinic responsibilities • Level II Nursery with 1,000+ annual deliveries • Average daily newborn census of approximately 7-8 patients • Weekday NP rounding support • EPIC EMR • Onsite Emergency Department and anesthesia support • Access to St. Louis pediatric specialty and telemedicine resources • Higher-acuity newborns transferred to tertiary care centers in St. Louis • Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income • Partnership eligibility after three years Lifestyle Flexibility One of the unique advantages of this position is location flexibility. • Live in Mount Vernon and enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a family-friendly community. • Live in the St. Louis metro area and commute during your service week while enjoying all the amenities of a major metropolitan city. • Housing accommodations can be discussed for physicians who prefer to stay locally while working their scheduled week. With a true 7-on/7-off schedule, many physicians appreciate the ability to enjoy significant personal time, travel, and flexibility throughout the year. Why Pediatricians Love This Practice • Focus exclusively on inpatient pediatrics and newborn care • Predictable schedule with half the year off • Supportive clinical environment with manageable patient volumes • Strong hospital resources without the pressures of a large academic center • Rare opportunity to become a future practice owner • Excellent quality of life for physicians and families This is a terrific opportunity for pediatricians seeking long-term stability, autonomy, and an outstanding work-life balance while caring for newborns and pediatric patients in a collegial setting. Confidential inquiries are welcome. To schedule a call with me (Alex Knight), click here.  

Build Something Extraordinary in Pediatric Pulmonology Lead Program Growth. Advance Academic Medicine. Enjoy Flexibility, Protected Time, and Meaningful Impact. Join University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria and OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois. Opportunity Overview The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP), in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois, seeks a Pediatric Pulmonologist to join a growing academic division positioned for significant expansion. This opportunity offers the rare ability to shape the future of pediatric pulmonary care while building clinical programs around your interests. As a faculty member within the Department of Pediatrics, you will provide inpatient consultative services and outpatient pulmonary care, teach medical students and residents, and contribute to a thriving academic environment. Whether your interests include cystic fibrosis, sleep medicine, home ventilation, asthma management, bronchoscopy, research, or program development, leadership is committed to creating a practice that aligns with your career goals. The division currently offers substantial protected time and flexibility designed to foster both professional fulfillment and work-life balance.  Opportunity Highlights

• Shape the future of a growing Pediatric Pulmonology division
• Leadership opportunity available as Cystic Fibrosis Medical Director
• Flexible practice model tailored to clinical interests
• Benefit from a light 1:4 call schedule designed to support physician quality of life
• Dedicated APP and advanced practice nurse support
• Accredited Cystic Fibrosis Center
• Practice within established multidisciplinary programs, including aerodigestive care, Down syndrome care, sleep medicine, asthma, and home ventilation
• Bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing available
• Opportunity to develop neuromuscular, chronic lung disease, and multidisciplinary specialty clinics
• Faculty appointment with University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
• Contribute to the state’s only multidisciplinary sickle cell program, expanding access to coordinated specialty care for children and families across Illinois
• Research encouraged, but not required
• Access to research coordinators, biostatistical support, and internal funding
• Approximately 20% protected academic and administrative time
• Option for a four-day clinical workweek

Why UICOMP UICOMP is one of three campuses within the University of Illinois College of Medicine and serves more than 300 residents and fellows across a wide range of graduate medical education programs. The Department of Pediatrics includes 19 pediatric subspecialty divisions and more than 145 faculty members dedicated to advancing pediatric care, education, and research.  OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois is Central Illinois' largest pediatric hospital, featuring 136 beds, more than 140 pediatric specialists, and over 40 pediatric subspecialties. The hospital offers extensive clinical resources and multidisciplinary collaboration across neonatology, pediatric critical care, gastroenterology, neurology, otolaryngology, and additional pediatric specialties. Community Information Peoria offers a remarkable combination of affordability, family-friendly neighborhoods, short commutes, cultural amenities, and access to major metropolitan areas. Residents enjoy a vibrant riverfront, performing arts venues, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a cost of living below many larger academic markets.

• Convenient access to both Chicago and St. Louis
• Strong public and private school options
• Expanding downtown riverfront and cultural district

Make an Impact —- Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/ Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person