Pediatric Hospitalist (Per Diem)

Requisition ID: 2025-49403
Location: US-OH-Athens
Specialty: Pediatrician/Pediatric Hospitalist
Position Type: Per Diem
HR Rep / Recruiter: Kelly VerHage
Contact: kelly.verhage@pediatrix.com
Overview

 

** Per Diem ** Pediatric Hospitalists Opportunities Available in SouthEast Ohio - Apply Today!

 

 

Responsibilities
Pediatrix Medical group is seeking board-certified Pediatricians to join our team at OhioHealth Obleness Hospital in Athens, OH on a per diem basis to provide coverage of the Newborn Nursery.

• Newborn nursery care with NICU support from Pediatrix Neonatologists - No Pediatric floor coverage
• 24 hour shift of rounding plus offsite call
• Pediatric Hospitalists will perform circs
• Pediatric Consultations: Provide expert pediatric consultations to the emergency department, offering timely assessments, recommendations, and treatment plans for pediatric patients.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with a team of pediatric hospitalists and neonatologists to provide coordinated and comprehensive care to patients, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The ability to participate in CQI initiatives and clinical research projects, contributing to the enhancement of patient care outcomes and best practices.
• Knowledge Exchange: Take advantage of the opportunity to exchange ideas and best practices with a large network of Pediatrix providers, including over 400 NICUs and several thousand providers.

About the Area

If the USA could have a "greatest hits" for a single state, Ohio might be it. All our favorite things about the USA - idyllic scenery, hearty cuisine, professional sports, even rock n' roll, has the Hall of Fame home here. This Midwestern state borders Lake Erie to the north and the Ohio River to the south, with diverse people, places and experiences in between. With three major urban centers - Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati, Ohio offer arts, culture, music, cuisine and spirits, but authentic experiences abound across the state. For thrill seeker and adventurous families, there are top-notch theme parks, aquariums, and zoos. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike, bike, paddle and camp amid thick forests and sandstone cliffs or on the shores of Lake Erie. Sports lovers have their choice of professional baseball, football, soccer, hockey and basketball. Ohio is a foodies delight, with notable chefs and hundreds of wineries and breweries to "taste".

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Pediatrics required
• Minimum of 1 year post-residency experience required
• Active OH License or IMLC license preferred
• Recent clinical experience required (within the last 12 months)

Benefits and Compensation
Pediatrix does cover your travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice.

We also cover your malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position.

 

*Our benefits include for Per Diem members:  

Employee Assistance 

PTO: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO 

Holidays: Per Diem team members are not eligible for company holidays. 

Other compensation: Per Diem team members are not eligible for other compensation.

About Us

 

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

 

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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