University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Pediatrics

PICU Type: Multidisciplinary Cardiothoracic
Date Posted: August 22, 2024
Contact Phone Number: 608-263-7735
Job Description:

The Division of Critical Care Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is recruiting a Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Physician to join our current team of Cardiac Intensivists as we plan for a new dedicated CICU.  We are looking for candidates with additional training in cardiology and/or cardiac critical care, and a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions.

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine is a cohesive group of individuals with diverse clinical and academic interests, including cardiac and neurocritical care, transport medicine, extracorporeal support, simulation education, quality improvement, and clinical and translational research on a wide range of topics. Division members share a common vision to deliver state-of-the-art, comprehensive medical care in a collaborative and coordinated manner to all critically ill children admitted to American Family Children's Hospital.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 200 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio - since 2015, the Department of Pediatrics has ranked among the Top 20 pediatrics departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research.

Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Physicians at UW-Madison enjoy:

  • A robust compensation and benefits package
  • Student Loan Reimbursement Programs
  • Relocation and Sign-On Bonuses
  • Generous PTO Benefits

Responsibilities:

For appointments hired on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track:
Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Teach to a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care.

Provide clinical coverage of general pediatric critical care patients and/or cardiac critical care patients depending on training and experience.

For appointments hired on the Clinician-Teacher (CT) Track:
Provide clinical coverage of general pediatric critical care patients and/or cardiac critical care patients depending on training and experience

Teach to a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care

Last Updated: August 22, 2024