Hospitalist - Affiliates

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Bryn Mawr (PA); On-site; USD 36,279 - 678,760; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking a Pediatric Hospital Medicine attending physician for various settings including general pediatric services and surgical teams. This role involves evaluating and managing patients, supervising clinical providers, and participating in educational and research activities. The ideal candidate must hold an MD or DO, possess a valid Pennsylvania Medical License, and have DEA certification. Salary ranges from $36,279 to $678,760 annually depending on experience and full-time status.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Medical License required.
• DEA License must be obtained upon hire.
• Board Certification in specialty required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients in various pediatric settings.
• Supervise clinical providers and provide feedback.
• Review and implement pediatric standards of care.
• Participate in educational and research activities.
• Manage patient access and departmental policies.

Skills

Knowledge of hospital policies and protocols

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Effective relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Doctorate Medicine (MD) or Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Job description

Overview

SHIFT: Any (United States of America)

This is a great opportunity to learn more about our current openings across our affiliates and explore Hospitalist roles. Opportunities are available in multiple locations and may vary based on current hiring needs.

Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

Position Overview

The Pediatric Hospital Medicine attending physician will work in a variety of settings including general pediatric services, surgical co-management team, complex care, and/or sedation services. The physician is expected to document the medical findings in an electronic medical record, provide support to patients, families, and colleagues, and collaborate with other physicians, nursing, ancillary department staff and Hospital administration.

This position will require working evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. The physicians are expected to maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, legal, regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards and requirements including (but not limited to): HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission, DOH. May represent CHOP with external organizations, professional associations upon request.

What You Will Do

• Direct Clinical Activities
• Evaluate, treat, and manage patients in a variety of settings, including general pediatric services, surgical co-management team, complex care, and/or sedation services.
• May supervise clinical providers including resident physicians and provide performance feedback in all aspects of clinical functions.
• Continually review current pediatric standards of care and work with leadership team to implement new processes as needed. Respond to clinical alerts and updates from public health officials and others.
• Educational Activities (if indicated)
• May provide support and leadership for resident/medical student/Advanced Practice Provider education curriculum and program implementation.
• Research Activities (if indicated)
• May participate in and/or oversee research activities, as needed, at the practice and provide feedback and consultation for studies as they progress. Delegate operational functions to other support staff as needed to accomplish the research goals and objectives.
• May participate in scholarship activities within the section of hospital medicine. These include but are not limited to: Quality improvement projects, including clinical pathway design committees and/or research projects in pediatric hospital medicine.
• Administrative Activities (if indicated)
• Evaluate and effectively manage patient access, patient flow, quality improvement, staff performance, effective work teams.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental standards, policies, guidelines, and protocols.
• Other Duties As Assigned.

Education Qualifications

• Doctorate Medicine (MD) or Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required

Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of hospital policies, practices and protocols as well as applicable regulations and guidelines. Knowledge of computer systems and applications. (Required proficiency)
• Skills in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, decision-making. (Required proficiency)
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients and the public. (Required proficiency)
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and electronic). (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Medical License - Pennsylvania State Medical Board - upon hire - Required
• DEA License - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required
• Board Certification - Medical Sub/Specialty - in (sub) specialty required. Board Certification must be in compliance with Department / Division Credentialing Criteria and Delineation Clinical Privileges and Medical Staff By-laws (either immediately or within a prescribed time frame from date of hire) - upon hire - Required

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Salary

$36,279.00 - $678,760.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.