Overview:

　　Central Michigan University (CMU) College of Medicine and CMU Health, in conjunction with Covenant HealthCare is seeking a full-time BC/BE Pediatric Rheumatologist to join the Pediatrics Department.  This position is best suited for candidates who are at the assistant or associate professor level, but all ranks will be considered.  A leadership role will be considered for those with the requisite experience; all faculty are appointed through Central Michigan University College of Medicine.  CMU Health sponsors eight residency programs including pediatrics.  Our academic faculty consists of qualified professionals who are dedicated to undergraduate and graduate medical education and providing excellent care to the communities we serve.  This role includes resident and medical student education. 

　　CMU Health in partnership with Covenant HealthCare is growing a pediatric residency program and the complementary pediatric specialties. Our combined efforts focus on providing care for both the pediatric inpatient service and the ambulatory setting. We serve patients from a large geographic region of over 20 counties.   There is a vast primary care referral network to support this position.   We are located, in the Great Lakes Bay Region -- admired for its friendly communities, excellent cost of living, and great quality of life. 

　　Why choose CMU Health?

　　Excellent compensation based on MGMA private practice benchmarks (with incentive opportunity) with an opportunity to teach, treat and lead positive change throughout the regionTime allocations for research and academic pursuitsMedium-sized city within a friendly communityLow cost of living, ample housing, easy commute to large cities and international airportVibrant local attractions and outdoor activitiesFlexibility to fit candidates into the appropriate setting for the development of candidate and success of programResponsibilities:

　　Position Description: The Department of Pediatrics at CMU Health is seeking faculty members specializing in Pediatric Rheumatology. Our rapidly growing pediatric department is seeking candidates who have exemplary clinical skills and a strong interest in teaching. This position comes with a competitive salary, benefits, and work hours. This is a comprehensive department, developing a full complement of subspecialties to support our new pediatric residency program! This position is a full time, employed position that offers a very competitive salary and benefit package.

　　Candidate must be able to obtain a Michigan license and be interested in scholarly activities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ambulatory outpatient service and well as inpatient consults.  There is a favorable call schedule and the opportunity for academic research.  This opportunity provides flexibility to fit candidates into the appropriate setting for the success of the program as well as the development of the candidate.

　　CMU is an equal opportunity employer. 

　　Qualifications:

　　Requirements

　　MD/DOState of Michigan licensed or eligibleUS BE/BC in PediatricsControlled Substance licenseMust meet credentialing criteriaFellowship training preferredCompensation Package may include:

　　Excellent benefits packageCommencement bonusRelocation assistanceCME allowance with (5) five daysVisa SponsorshipMalpractice/liabilityLicense(s) expenseFour (4) weeks of PTOCovenant HealthCare is one of the largest, most comprehensive health care providers north of metro Detroit and a member of the Children's Hospital Association. Located in the hea