PEDS 620 – Pediatric Sub-Specialty Clinics – Billings, MT
Billings is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Montana, with a population of 117,116 as of the 2020 census. Located in the south-central portion of the state, it is the seat of Yellowstone County and the principal city of the Billings Metropolitan Area. With one of the largest trade areas in the United States, Billings is the trade and distribution center for much of Montana east of the Continental Divide. Billings is also the largest retail destination for much of the same area. The Billings Chamber of Commerce claims the area of commerce covers more than 125,000 square miles.
Billings is an excellent place for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents and visitors enjoy biking, running, kayaking, whitewater rafting, tubing, rock climbing and golfing most months of the year. In the winter, there is skiing at nearby Red Lodge Mountain and Big Sky is only three hours away.
2800 Tenth Ave N
Billings, MT 59101
P: (406) 238-2500
1233 North 30th Street
Billings, MT 59101
P: (406) 657-7000
123 South 27th Street
Billings, MT 59101
P: (406) 247-3200
Site Director
Billings Track Coordinator
Jenny Jutz
Regional Office Administrator
Credentialing
A standard 6 panel drug test through the SOM is required. Order a drug test through the SOM here.
6-8 weeks prior to your rotation: Jenny Jutz will initiate your site credentialing. Please respond to all email communication and provide required paperwork as soon as possible. Information regarding site, housing and orientation materials will also be provided at this time.
4-6 weeks prior to your rotation: Judi Sullivan with the Medical Student Office will initiate a two-step online onboarding process, which will need to be completed as soon as possible. Your mandatory orientation will take place on your first day of the rotation.
2-4 weeks prior to your rotation: Jenny Jutz will introduce you to your preceptor, who will provide you specific instructions and expectations for your first day and rotation and allow for any questions to be addressed ahead of your start.
Experience
Orientation is held on the first Monday of the rotation at all sites. The Pediatrics Sub-Specialty will take place at Billings Clinic, with one student per rotation, however you will be assigned to various specialties during your two-week rotation.
Weekly rounds are offered at Billings Clinic and St. Vincent’s Healthcare. Weekly didactics are offered at RiverStone Health. Please contact Jenny Jutz for more information.
During your time in Billings, there may be a student event planned, known as “Frank Discussions”, named after Frank Newman. Frank is one of the founders at MSU and became the director of the MSU branch of the WWAMI program. Frank directed other health professional programs including the Montana Family Practice Residency Program, the Montana Area Health Education Center, and the Montana Office of Rural Health. If an event is planned during your time in Billings, you will receive information from Jenny Jutz.
Housing
Three houses are available for WWAMI students, with third year students receiving priority. The homes are for students use only. The homes are not family friendly, and there are absolutely NO pets allowed. The homes are fully furnished, and have dishes, linens, a refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Students are to provide personal items and laundry detergent. Amenities include television, cable, and wireless internet.
Transportation
A personal automobile is required, as transportation is not provided. You will be within walking distance of the hospitals, but not any outpatient clinics.