Join a Leading Pediatric Group!
Position Highlights:
Be part of a large pediatric group dedicated to professional fulfillment.
Flexibility with various position types available: PRN, Part Time, and Full Time.
Multiple locations ready to serve children and families.
The Pediatric Hospitalist Physician will deliver exceptional pediatric care to patients at designated hospitals or program sites as directed by the Program Director. The physician is expected to adhere to all hospital bylaws, rules, regulations, and policies while providing care.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the admission, treatment, and discharge processes for pediatric patients in collaboration with attending physicians—no long-term inpatient care involved.
Conduct evaluations and necessary procedures as guided by the Glennon Care Pediatrics Medical Director.
Respond to pediatric patient requests from the facility's Emergency Department for evaluation and treatment.
Participate in high-risk deliveries at the Program Site's labor and delivery room.
Attend normal deliveries upon request, except during times of higher acuity elsewhere in the facility.
Maintain availability during scheduled shifts to provide care for neonates in the nursery and consult with neonatologists as needed.
Respond to pediatric consult requests from other medical departments.
Work collaboratively with advanced practice nurses (APN) and the Program team to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
About SSM Health DePaul Hospital:
SSM Health DePaul Hospital provides crucial healthcare services to patients throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area, including the Brigidton, Florissant, Hazelwood, St. Ann, St. John, Maryland Heights, and Overland communities.
Community Highlights:
St. Louis, known for its iconic Gateway Arch, offers a high quality of life with diverse neighborhoods across six counties. It features an affordable housing market, vibrant areas like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and a growing economy, making it attractive for young professionals. With an abundance of restaurants, parks, cultural venues, and sporting events, there’s always something exciting to experience in St. Louis.
SSM Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
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Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Opportunity