Description

Academic Pediatric Gastroenterology in Springfield, Illinois

Inpatient and Outpatient Mix | J-1 and H-1B Sponsorship | Pension Eligible

A growing academic medical center in Springfield, Illinois is looking for a Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join a busy clinical service line with meaningful teaching responsibilities and room to develop subspecialty interests. This is a well-rounded academic role with strong interdisciplinary support, a full patient panel from day one, and a benefits package that includes pension eligibility and educational discounts.

Practice Details

• General pediatric GI with room to develop subspecialty focus areas over time
• Mix of inpatient, outpatient, and outreach clinic responsibilities
• Common procedures include EGD, colonoscopy, foreign body removal, and IBD management
• Full interdisciplinary support from nurses, dietitians, NPs, and social workers

Academic and Teaching Opportunities

• Active teaching role with medical students and pediatric residents
• Research opportunities and academic rank advancement available
• Mission-driven institution committed to advancing pediatric care across the region

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary with additional incentives, a signing bonus, and relocation assistance
• Full benefits, including malpractice coverage, CME funding and time, and generous PTO
• Strong retirement benefits, including pension eligibility and educational discounts

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Completion of a U.S.-based residency; international graduates welcome
• J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship available
• Interest in teaching and scholarly contribution in an academic environment

Live and Work in Springfield, Illinois

Springfield is Illinois's capital city with a quality of life that is easy to underestimate until you spend time there. Affordable housing, short commutes, and excellent schools make the day-to-day comfortable, and the city's arts, dining, and historic character give it a personality worth settling into. As home to a major academic medical center, Springfield has a professional community that punches well above its size. Chicago and St. Louis are both within driving distance for broader city access and weekend travel.

An academic pediatric GI role with teaching, research, and a community that is genuinely easy to call home. Apply today.