Hospitalist (PRN)

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking dedicated Pediatric Hospitalists to join their dynamic team in the Washington DC area. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple hospitals, providing comprehensive care to children with diverse medical needs. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment, engaging in teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives. Enjoy a flexible schedule and excellent benefits while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in the community. Join us in a region rich with lifestyle and recreational options!

Qualifications

• Possess excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Interest in evidence-based care and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care, research, education, and advocacy initiatives.
• Collaborate with families and healthcare teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Evidence-based care

Collaborative work

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Pediatrics

Job description

Job Description

The Hospital Medicine Division of Children's National Hospital (CNH) has exciting opportunities for Pediatric Hospitalists to join a dynamic team serving children in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. We are one of the largest divisions in the country, caring for patients at 6 hospitals across the region. Positions vary in scope, with flexibility to work at one or multiple sites:

• Children's National Hospital, Washington, DC: Ranked #5 nationally and #1 in Newborn Care, providing coverage across several service lines, including academic teams, complex care, perioperative care, orthopedic co-management, telemedicine follow-up, and more. Faculty appointment available through George Washington University.
• Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, MD: 24/7 in-house coverage at this community hospital, including inpatient pediatric unit, newborn nursery, and ED consultations. Teaching opportunities available.
• Hospital for Sick Children, Washington, DC: Daytime coverage at a post-acute and rehabilitation facility caring for premature infants, children with complex medical conditions, and rehabilitation needs.
• Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA: 24/7 in-house coverage with a pediatric unit, newborn nursery, and ED consultations. Teaching opportunities available.
• Stafford Hospital, Stafford, VA: 24/7 in-house coverage including a newborn nursery, Level II NICU, deliveries, and ED consultations. Telemedicine support available.
• Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington, VA: Both in-house and home-call coverage, including inpatient pediatric unit, nursery, and ED consultations. Teaching opportunities available.

Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication and leadership skills, an interest in evidence-based care and process improvement, and enjoy collaborative work with families and healthcare teams. These roles offer opportunities for teaching, research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities, along with a flexible schedule and excellent benefits.

Join us in the DMV! The region offers diverse lifestyle and recreational options, including art, culture, mountains, beaches, and easy access to major airports and cities. DC also provides numerous advocacy opportunities.

Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Interested applicants should email their CV and cover letter to: [e-mail].

The faculty physician is responsible for patient care, research, education, and advocacy initiatives as directed by the Division Chief and/or Center leadership.