Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida (Lee Health) is seeking a Pediatric Rheumatol[...]

Redcliffe Physiotherapy; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Fort Myers, Florida, is seeking a Board Certified Pediatric Rheumatologist to join their team. This position offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, including generous paid time off and a sign-on bonus. Located near beautiful beaches, the role provides critical care for children in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Competitive compensation package

Sign-on bonus & relocation package

Dedicated CME time and allowance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Comprehensive benefits with low premiums

Participation in Federal Public Service Loan Repayment

Malpractice and tail coverage provided

Qualifications

• Full-time position for a Pediatric Rheumatologist with completed fellowship.
• Outpatient with some inpatient consultations and shared call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Join interdisciplinary team and provide pediatric rheumatology care.
• Utilize EPIC for electronic medical records.

Skills

Board Certified

Pediatric experience

Education

Pediatric Rheumatology Fellowship

Job description

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida - Lee Health is seeking a Pediatric Rheumatologist!

Located near Southwest Florida's beaches, Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida is a state-of-the-art pediatric facility that delivers vital and lifesaving care for children and their families throughout the region. This 135-bed regional hospital cares for children across five counties and is the only children’s hospital between Tampa and Miami. Golisano provides various specialized services, including emergency care, behavioral health, surgery, critical care, orthopedics, cancer treatment, cardiology, and more. The hospital has a 16-bed PICU and a 70-bed NICU with 24-hour in-house Neonatology coverage.

Lee Health system is a non-profit organization comprising over 16,000 employees, 4,500 volunteers, and more than 1,100 employed primary care and specialty providers across over 100 practice locations throughout Southwest Florida. The organization includes 4 acute care hospitals and 2 specialty hospitals with over 1,800 hospital beds.

Position Information:

Lee Physician Group (LPG) – Pediatrics is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Rheumatologist to join their interdisciplinary team. Candidates must have completed a Pediatric Rheumatology Fellowship from an ACGME-accredited program. Adult rheumatologists with pediatric experience will also be considered. The position is primarily outpatient, with some inpatient consultations. Call coverage will be shared with Infectious Disease and Nephrology physicians. Providers utilize EPIC for electronic medical records.

Benefit Highlights:

• Generous paid time off to enjoy the beautiful SW Florida weather and beaches
• Competitive compensation package with salary and bonus opportunities
• Sign-on bonus & relocation package
• Dedicated CME time and allowance
• 403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) enhanced retirement option
• Comprehensive benefits with low premiums for health insurance
• Participation in the Federal Public Service Loan Repayment Program
• Malpractice and tail coverage provided through the health system

This is ExceptionalLee!

Golisano Children’s Hospital has been named Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group four times. It is home to Southwest Florida’s only state-designated Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center and is a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Golisano is recognized as an Asthma Friendly Hospital by the Florida Asthma Coalition. Recently, it was also recognized as a Certified Autism Center—the second hospital in the U.S. and first in Florida to receive this designation.

The Leapfrog Group announced its Fall 2024 Hospital Safety Grades, with all four Lee Health hospitals earning top marks, including “Straight A” designations for Cape Coral Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, and Lee Memorial Hospital.

Lee Health has been named on the Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers for two consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to a positive workplace environment.

The health system received the inaugural Pinnacle of EHR Experience Award from the KLAS Arch Collaborative, recognizing efforts to enhance the electronic health record experience for physicians. It is among only 10 organizations nationwide to receive this honor.

All Lee Health hospitals have been recognized as Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for high-quality care.

Lee Health is the first healthcare system in Florida to receive the Governor’s Sterling Award, awarded by the Sterling Council for performance excellence.

Lee County, Florida:

Lee County offers warm weather year-round, with numerous outdoor activities such as boating, golfing, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Fort Myers features a variety of restaurants, shopping, art, history, and festivals. The area is accessible via Fort Myers International Airport and offers attractions like the Key West Express, Sanibel Island, Captiva, and Naples. It is centrally located between Orlando, Tampa, and Miami.

If interested, please email your CV to [e-mail].