Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMain Avenue, Downtown, Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, 58108, United States
About the Team
Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the United States, dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience and providing access to world-class care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization serves 2.4 million patients across the upper Midwest. The Fargo location stands as the largest healthcare provider in North Dakota, featuring three hospitals, over 50 clinics, and a Level I Adult Trauma Center. It is also home to the Roger Maris Cancer Center and serves as the primary teaching institution for the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
The Pediatric Infectious Diseases team is part of the region's largest group of board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatricians and specialists. This collaborative environment includes over 65 pediatric subspecialists and supports a 12-bed PICU, a 24-bed pediatric unit, and a 40-bed Level III NICU. The team works closely with primary care and other subspecialties, including Allergy/Immunology, Cardiology, and Hematology/Oncology, to provide comprehensive care for a catchment area of 1.2 million people across North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Montana.
About the Role
This position offers a unique opportunity to join a consultative service within the region's only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. The role involves a mix of outpatient clinic work and inpatient consulting, supported by 24/7 in-house coverage from pediatric hospitalists, NICU, and PICU teams. You will serve as a key member of a small, dedicated team currently consisting of two MDs and one Nurse Practitioner, providing consultative care with call coverage approximately one week at a time.
In addition to clinical duties, this role includes a joint appointment as clinical faculty with the UND School of Medicine and Health Science. You will have the opportunity to teach medical students, family medicine residents, and pediatric residents. The position is eligible for the Pediatric Subspecialty Loan Repayment Program (PSLRP), reflecting the organization's commitment to supporting physician development in critical care areas.
Life in Fargo
Fargo is a thriving city with a small-town feel, offering a diverse, family-oriented community surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The area balances a high quality of life with a low cost of living, featuring a safe, picturesque environment. Residents enjoy a variety of schools and universities, a vibrant business community, and a robust downtown, making it an ideal location for those seeking both professional growth and a strong sense of community.
Equal Opportunity
Sanford Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Main Avenue, Downtown, Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, 58108, United States
Fargo, North Dakota
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide outpatient clinic care for pediatric infectious diseases patients
- check_circleServe as inpatient consultant with 24/7 call coverage for pediatric hospitalist, NICU, and PICU teams
- check_circleTeach medical students, family medicine residents, and pediatric residents as clinical faculty
- check_circleCollaborate with primary and pediatric subspecialty services including Allergy/Immunology and Cardiology
- check_circleManage consultative services within a 12-bed PICU and shared pediatric units
Requirements
- verifiedBoard Certified (BC) or Board Eligible (BE) in Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- verifiedFellowship-trained in Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circle401K plancheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability insurancecheck_circleLife insuranceCME allowance
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In this Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician at Sanford Health role, you will provide outpatient clinic care for pediatric infectious diseases patients; serve as inpatient consultant with 24/7 call coverage for pediatric hospitalist, nicu, and picu teams; teach medical students, family medicine residents, and pediatric residents as clinical faculty; and collaborate with primary and pediatric subspecialty services including allergy/immunology and cardiology.
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To qualify for the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician at Sanford Health position, applicants should have: Board Certified (BC) or Board Eligible (BE) in Pediatric Infectious Diseases; and Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
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Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician at Sanford Health is based in Main Avenue, Downtown, Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, 58108, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Sanford Health has listed this Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician role as on-site.
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