Pediatric Hospitalist

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage assistance

Relocation packages

403(b) with employer match

457(b) retirement savings plans

Licensure, CME, and professional dues

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Faculty appointment at Sidney Kimmel0

Job summary

Nemours Cardiac Center at Wilmington, DE is seeking a qualified pediatric hospitalist to join the cardiac stepdown unit. This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule coordinated with APPs and cardiology fellows.

The role involves delivering specialized cardiac care in the CICU and stepdown unit, teaching residents and fellows, and contributing to research, quality improvement, and academic initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program
• Board Eligibility/Certification in Pediatric Medicine
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware
• An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized care to cardiac patients in the CICU and cardiac stepdown unit.
• Work alongsideadvanced practice providers (APPs)and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health care providers.
• Participate in daytime, nighttime, weekend, and holiday shifts, with potential moonlighting opportunities available on an “as needed” basis. The expectation is that approximately 33% shifts will be off shifts (nights and weekends).
• Educate and mentor residents, fellows, and other trainees.
• Contribute to academic initiatives in research, education, quality improvement, or operations.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program

Board Eligibility/Certification in Pediatric Medicine

DEA and Medical licensure in Delaware

Academic record for appointment as Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Job description

The Nemours Cardiac Center of the Children’s Hospital in Wilmington, Delawareis looking for a qualifiedpediatric hospitalist to join our cardiac stepdown unit. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position, and the schedule is flexible and made in conjunction with other team members - including APPs and cardiology fellows.

The Nemours Cardiac Center (NCC) provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents with cardiac, thoracic, and vascular disease. The Cardiac Center provides patient care, performs research, and educates health care professionals in a variety of settings.

Our patient population ranges from newborns to adults with congenital or acquired heart disease. Surgeries are performed on a variety of complex congenital heart abnormalities, including neonatal surgery, adult congenital surgery, mechanical circulatory support, and heart transplantation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized care to cardiac patients in the CICU and cardiac stepdown unit.
• Work alongsideadvanced practice providers (APPs)and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health care providers.
• Participate in daytime, nighttime, weekend, and holiday shifts, with potential moonlighting opportunities available on an “as needed” basis. The expectation is that approximately 33% shifts will be off shifts (nights and weekends).
• Educate and mentor residents, fellows, and other trainees.
• Contribute to academic initiatives in research, education, quality improvement, or operations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan recognizing clinical activity, academic accomplishments, and quality improvement
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages, and 403(b) with employer match, plus 457(b) retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME, and professional dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• A faculty appointment at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, commensurate with academic achievement

Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program
• Board Eligibility/Certification in Pediatric Medicine
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware
• An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor

About the Team

At Nemours Children’s, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

In the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children’s, Delaware is a Top 10 children’s hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.

A Level I Children’s Surgery Center and three-time Magnet-recognized organization, Nemours Children’s continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.

Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington’s strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Job Info

• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US (On-site)