Pediatric Hospitalist

Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in Philadelphia is seeking a full-time BC/BE Pediatric Hospitalist to provide direct patient care, supervise clinical teaching, and mentor residents. This role includes leading quality improvement initiatives while working at a Magnet® designated facility recognized for its comprehensive pediatric care. Candidates should have a passion for serving underserved populations and hold relevant certifications in pediatrics. The position offers opportunities to teach through prestigious partnerships.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Pediatric Hospital Medicine Core Competencies.
• Experience in clinical research methodology.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Conduct patient safety event reviews.
• Oversee resident quality and patient safety curriculum.

Skills

Passion for caring for medically underserved patients

Expertise in caring for hospitalized children

Clinical teaching and mentorship skills

Experience in quality improvement

BC/BE in PHM or General Pediatrics

BLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Section of Hospital Medicine at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) BC/BE Pediatric Hospitalist and Director of Hospital Medicine Quality & Patient Safety (MD or DO).

Clinical responsibilities will include direct patient care, clinical supervision, and teaching of housestaff on the resident teaching service. This position will also lead inpatient quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, conduct patient safety event reviews, oversee pediatric resident quality and patient safety curriculum, and mentor residents in their quality improvement research.

Faculty appointments are available through our primary teaching affiliate, the Drexel University College of Medicine, with additional opportunities to teach learners through our partnerships with Temple University School of Medicine and other regional academic programs.

St. Christopher’s is a Level I pediatric trauma center with 188 inpatient beds, PICU, and Level IV NICU. Founded in 1875 and celebrating its 150th anniversary, St. Christopher’s is southeastern Pennsylvania’s essential safety‑net children’s hospital, a mission‑driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care since its inception. St. Christopher’s has a rich history of advancing care and being at the forefront of pioneering research, including the discovery of DiGeorge Syndrome, establishment of the country’s first tracheostomy unit, the northeast’s first pediatric burn center, and the region’s first pediatric transplant center.

St. Christopher’s is committed to providing equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other federal, state, or local protected class.

Qualifications

1. A passion for caring for medically underserved patients in a resource‑limited practice setting
2. Expertise in caring for hospitalized children as specified in the Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) Core Competencies
3. Excellent clinical teaching and mentorship skills
4. Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, and/or clinical research methodology
5. BC/BE in PHM or General Pediatrics
6. BLS and PALS certification

Overview

Putting Kids and Families First Since 1875

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is an 188‑bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christopher’s combines top‑notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics. It houses the only Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and has been recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.