Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

Pediatric Hospitalist

Full-time Pediatric Hospitalist position available. 7 shifts per month.

Job Description

• Provides pediatric medical hospitalist services
• Responsible for attending deliveries, stabilizing newborns, and providing neonatal services
• Resuscitate, stabilize, and identify critical aspects of newborns
• Attend all c-sections and instrumentation deliveries and deliveries otherwise requested by obstetrics
• Work closely with obstetricians to create a safe environment in the delivery room
• Consult for ED physicians regarding pediatric patients
• Create, direct, coordinate, and supervise the patient care plans daily
• Conduct/order diagnostic tests, analyze results, and prescribe indicated treatments and therapies
• Refer patients to medical specialists, social services, or other professionals as appropriate
• Round on existing pediatric patients in multidisciplinary rounds
• Work as part of an integrated team with care management, nursing, pharmacy, etc.
• Assist in patient education and goal setting
• Participate and adhere to all quality metrics and goals as established and directed by Adfinitas or the client/hospital
• Submit accurate and timely charges for all professional services performed
• Attend committee, CQI, and management meetings, as appropriate

Requirements

• Board certification in American Board of Pediatrics
• PALS and NRP certification
• Active Maryland license
• DEA License, state Controlled Substance Registration
• Strong inpatient skill set
• Quality-focused team player
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, CME, 401k, ST/LT disability, and life insurance
• Leadership and training programs available
• Malpractice insurance with tail, 100% company paid
• Cross-training opportunities
• Incentives for improved productivity and quality care
• Manageable caseloads
• Flexibility in scheduling
• Recognition of service outside of work

Community Overview

University of Maryland at Charles Regional Medical Center is located in La Plata, Maryland. The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. We bring innovation, discovery, and research to the care we provide all while educating the state’s future physicians and health care professionals through our partnership with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the UM Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work, and Dentistry in Baltimore.

Charles County, Maryland is 30 miles southeast of Washington, DC and an hour from Baltimore. Charles County boasts excellent schools and a low cost of living. DC’s energy electrifies our dining, cultural, and retail scene, keeping offerings diverse and dynamic. And while proximity has its perks, our 300 miles of shoreline and wide open spaces keep big city pressures a world away. Whether you like to climb, bike, sip, or shop your way to happy, Charles County is your gateway to go.