Pediatric Chief Resident

The University of Hawaii Pediatric Residency Program is seeking a Pediatric Chief Resident for July 2026 – June 2027!

Our program is sponsored by the John A. Burns School of Medicine and takes eight residents per year, with a total of 24 total categorical pediatric residents.  We practice at the Kapi`olani Medical Center for Women and Children in Honolulu, Hawaii, which is the only tertiary care center for children in the entire Pacific Basin.  Our chief resident(s) are an integral part of our team and provide guidance, leadership, teaching, mentoring, program administrative assistance and much more.  Our chief residents have had a 100% board pass rate and 100% match rate into fellowships or in securing their top choices in jobs as pediatricians following their year with us.  Come join us and work with our incredible residents, faculty, department and patients/families!

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teaching
   1. Teach and supervise medical students and pediatric residents during morning report.
   2. Present didactic lectures for academic half day and retreats.
   3. Facilitate case discussions and assist trainees of all levels in the clinical learning environment.
   4. Assist with the planning and facilitation of our program-run board review.
2. Service
   1. Work with Program Director and Associate Program Directors to help with administering the program.
   2. Develop educational activities.
   3. Create work & call schedules for pediatric residents.
   4. Serve as a liaison for communication between the residents and program/department.
   5. Provide clinical coverage during residents’ weekly Academic Half-Days.
   6. Actively participate in recruitment and selection of interns for July 2027.
   7. Design and implement resident retreats, helping residents engage in meaningful cultural/community experiences, supporting wellness and understanding their place as physicians in the community.
   8. Organize and facilitate Morning Report three days per week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
3. Professional Development and Scholarly Activity
   1. Pursue original research and presentation of a project at a local and/or national conference.
   2. Further professional development including pursuit of additional training and/or scholarly work during chief year.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. M.D., D.O. or equivalent degree from a medical school of recognized standing.
2. Board certified (within 7 years) or an active board candidate for certification in Pediatrics.
3. Must have current Hawaii Medical License or have Hawaii Medical License by date of hire.
4. Completion of a standard, ACGME accredited residency program in Pediatrics.
5. Demonstrate potential for teaching/research/scholarship.
6. Demonstrate ability in patient care and strong medical knowledge.
7. Demonstrate poise, diplomacy and professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For Further Inquiries, please contact Jennifer Di Rocco, D.O., M.Ed., Program Director at jdirocco@hawaii.edu.