Pediatric Hospitalist
Job Description
Are you in search of a rewarding and challenging career in community-focused Pediatric Hospitalist Medicine?
Our organization, situated in the picturesque state of Maine, is on the lookout for a passionate physician who is either board certified or board eligible in pediatrics. Become a part of our vibrant Pediatric Hospitalist team, delivering care to newborns (including well-newborns, Level II NICU, and attending deliveries), pediatric inpatients, and handling emergency department consultations at our advanced facility in Augusta, Maine.
Applicants should be particularly adept at neonatal resuscitation, caring for newborns, and stabilizing critically ill infants while awaiting transfer to a specialized care center.
Position Highlights:- Join a well-established team of pediatric and adult hospitalists dedicated to providing contemporary, evidence-based care to our community, along with quality education for our medical trainees.
- Shifts available in 12 or 24-hour formats.
- Deliver care independently during each shift, with in-house support from obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, emergency medicine, and family practice physicians; pediatric subspecialty/NICU/PICU support is accessible via phone from the state's two children's hospitals (the nearest facility is an hour away by ground).
- Teaching responsibilities will include mentoring 1-2 learners (family medicine residents and medical students) as part of the team on weekdays.
- Average daily patient census ranges from 4 to 6.
Alongside joining a flourishing practice and traditional employment benefits, you will also enjoy the following:
Generous Time Off: We understand the significance of taking time for rest and rejuvenation. Our organization offers ample time away, ensuring you have the opportunity to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Continuing Medical Education (CME): Your professional growth is vital to us. We provide additional CME time and resources to help you enhance your skills and remain at the forefront of medical innovations.
Educational Loan Assistance Program: Recognizing the financial challenges of education, we are dedicated to supporting your career path with a significant educational loan assistance benefit.
At our organization, we take pride in fostering an outstanding work environment that enables our teams to excel. By joining us, you will become a vital member of a team committed to delivering quality, compassionate patient care.
