The Stanford Department of Pediatrics is committed to advancing the health of infants, children, and adolescents through innovative medical care, research, education, training, and advocacy. With over 400 pediatricians and pediatric subspecialties, our department is one of the largest in the Stanford University School of Medicine. Ranked among the top in the nation by US News and World Report, we attract medical students, interns, postdoctoral scholars, residents, fellows, and faculty from around the world. We offer broad-based training in general pediatrics, critical care and pediatric subspecialties within a variety of ambulatory, inpatient and community settings. Integrated with our educational activities, these programs provide hands-on learning to equip our graduates with the skills they'll need as future advocates of children's health.
The Department of Pediatrics is a dynamic, stimulating place to work and because we are focused on growth and improved excellence, our faculty and staff have particularly challenging and rewarding roles.
At this time, the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford University School of Medicine is recruiting a Clinician Educator as a(n) Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The major criterion for appointment as Clinician Educators is excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, teaching, administrative and/or scholarship appropriate to the programmatic need the individual is expected to fulfill.
Academic rank and line will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
Stanford University-Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine is currently recruiting experienced full-time, or part-time Pediatric Hospitalists to cover Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford as well as community hospitals in the surrounding San Francisco Bay Area. The Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine is the one of the fastest growing pediatric Divisions at Stanford University. We are not only looking to positively impact children’s health in Palo Alto, but also the region. We have 70+ physicians managing sick children throughout 6 different hospitals in the area. When we are not active with patient care, our Hospitalists hold many leadership roles throughout various hospital committees to help ensure we are providing safe and excellent clinical and patient-centered care
Your responsibilities will include:
We offer diverse clinical experiences ranging from covering patients in the NICU, PICU, Acute Care, ED, Nursery, and the L&D room. Depending on your clinical preference, we will likely have a program that will fit your wants. Our programs are located in the Palo Alto, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Watsonville, Pleasanton, and Salinas Valley areas. Day and night time positions are available.
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
-Active or able to apply for a California medical license
-Experience and comfort with the care of hospitalized pediatric patients
-Good teamwork and communication skills
-Interest in personal faculty development in various areas such as quality improvement, evidence based care, and medical education along with opportunities to be engaged both local and nationally.
-Recent delivery room experience (dependent on clinical position)
-Experience with quality improvement work and/or projects (preferred but not required)
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Why Stanford is for you:
Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
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How to apply:
The Pediatrics Department, School of Medicine, and Stanford University value faculty who are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please submit a cover letter and CV with an optional diversity statement.
Francisco Alvarez, MD
Clinical Professor
Associate Chief, Regional Pediatric Hospital Medicine Programs
Falvare1@stanford.edu