Student Research Assistant Jobs in Springfield, IL

Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: N2301882
Department: Pediatrics-SMS
Division: Pulmonary Medicine
Opening Date: 12/08/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
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Description
This is a full time academic position providing direct patient service and teaching pediatric
pulmonary medicine to medical students and residents.
Examples of Duties
Participate in the Pediatric Clerkship Program:
a. Supervise and teach 3rd and 4th year medical students rotating on the inpatient
service and in outpatient pulmonary clinics.
b. Complete feedback evaluations for all students supervised to include not only
numeric data, but specific comments for future improvement.
c. Review and write questions for problem-based educational endeavors and simulated
patient exams as requested by the Clerkship Director.
d. Develop goals and objectives to offer a 4th year elective to medical students.
2. Meet with Pediatric Clerkship Director to develop and implement 3rd year medical
student teaching responsibilities and curriculum.
3. Participate in the Pediatric Residency Program:
The main expectations are:
a. Facilitate resident rotation:
? Maintain an up-to-date rotation description, reviewed at least annually;
? Create resident schedule for rotation;
? Provide precepting and teaching to residents on rotation;
? Maintain an up-to-date resource list for rotating residents to reference; and
? Complete resident evaluation at the end of each rotation.
b. Participate in resident core conferences:
? Minimum 4 conferences from the division per year.
c. Attend Resident Research Day.
d. Attend the Annual Program Evaluation Meeting.
4. Assist in the assessment of education needs for Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine and
develop education programs to meet these needs.
5. Facilitate formal nursing education programs in the Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Clinic.
6. Create patient education materials for distribution, as needed.
7. Develop and continually revise and update triage (phone) nurse protocols to keep staff
up-to-date and evidence-based.
8. Grant interviews for print and broadcast media for the purpose of patient education and
public enlightenment about matters related to Pediatrics and the practice of medicine.
9. Serve as a role model as a practitioner for faculty, house staff and students.
10. Participate in continuing education programs for both the clinical faculty and for
practicing physicians in the area.
II. Service (Patient Care) 75%
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.
3. Participate in the Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine on-call schedule. Call schedules will be
split equally on an annualized basis. Monthly call schedule will be reviewed by
Associate Chair for Specialty Services for approval.
4. Provide a consultative pediatric pulmonary medicine inpatient service.
5. Maintain an outpatient clinical practice in pediatric pulmonary medicine to enhance
clinical proficiency. Outpatient clinical practice will average 4.5 half-day sessions per
week to include outpatient office visits as well as outpatient procedures (bronchoscopy,
bronchoalveolar lavage, pulmonary function test interpretation and cardiopulmonary
exercise testing). Will be on campus 3 days per week.
6. Develop written guidelines to ensure continuity of care and quality patient care are
provided within the Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Clinic.
7. Provide consultation and patient care under the terms of the SIU HealthCare's URO
Plan.
8. Adhere to SIU HealthCare's Standards of Service, compliance, patient satisfaction, and
provider communication.
III. Administration
1. Serve as an advocate for programs and service that improve the health and well-being
of children in central and southern Illinois.
2. Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives.
3. Participate in research activities that do not conflict with clinic responsibilities.
4. Serve as director for the pediatric cystic fibrosis care clinic at SIU HealthCare.
5. Regularly attend Pediatric Grand Rounds, Journal Club, Resident Rounds and M&M
Conferences. Present at Grand Rounds annually.
6. Represent the Department of Pediatrics on committees as requested.
7. Attend national meetings and symposia in pediatric pulmonary medicine and related
fields for the purpose of contribution, acquisition of additional knowledge, and as an
example to other physicians.
8. Serve on the Residents Recruitment Committee:
a. Assist with applicant evaluations;
b. Assist with candidate interviews; and
c. Assist in developing a rank list.
9. Attend departmental faculty and division meetings.
10. Maintain and update licenses/required certification(s).
Qualifications
• Graduate of accredited medical school program
• Successful completion of an approved residency program
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois
• Demonstrated potential, interest, and/or ability for effectiveness in teaching, service, and/or
research
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
• Board eligible for certification in Pediatric Pulmonology by the American Board of Pediatrics
Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.
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Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
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