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Riley Hospital for Children and Indiana University School of Medicine are seeking a board certified/eligible Pediatric Hospitalist to provide broad patient care experience across a variety of care models and serving a diverse patient population throughout the state of Indiana. This position offers an opportunity for growth within a wide range of clinical settings for quality improvement, medical education, leadership, and research.  The successful candidate will join the premier Hospital Medicine program in the state of Indiana with far-reaching impact on patient care, advancement in the field of medicine and collaboration with local and national partners to advance the field of Pediatric Hospital Medicine. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary practice location at IU West, in Avon--a suburb of Indianapolis
• Attend high-risk deliveries on a labor and delivery unit, rounding on normal newborns, and staffing Level II NICU that serves infants >32 weeks gestational age and >1500 grams at birth
• Faculty appointment with the Indiana University School of Medicine 
  • Teaching on service (pediatric residents and PHM fellows)
  • Participation in departmental educational endeavors
  • Encouraged to participate in scholarly pursuits
• Procedures include (but are not limited to): lumbar puncture, possible circumcision

Position Details:

• 12 hour shifts, may be split between days and nights; 141 shifts per year.
• Holidays and weekends are evenly distributed among all faculty. 
• Some opportunities for additional moonlighting at other IU Health facilities throughout the system.

Qualifications:

• Completion of pediatric residency
• Completion of PHM fellowship desired, but not required.
• BE/BC in pediatrics.
• Physician MD/DO licensed in Indiana or eligible for medical licensure.
• New graduates and experienced physicians are encouraged to apply.

For 100 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 in 11 specialties 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 sixth 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. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.

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

About Indiana University Health

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive system. Additionally, IU Health - home to the IU Health Medical Center has been ranked #1 in Indiana for over a decade by U.S. News & World Report. A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s largest medical schools—gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training—advancing healthcare for all. At IU Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross-training development.

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