Pediatric Hospitalist: Delivery & ED Coverage (12-hr Shifts)

SSM Health; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton is seeking a pediatric physician to provide ED coverage, round on newborns, and attend deliveries. Shifts are 12 hours and include day and night coverage across multiple program sites in the St. Louis metro area.

The physician will manage admissions, evaluations, and collaborations with attending physicians and APNs, while adhering to hospital bylaws and program site policies. NRP certification is required.

Qualifications

• Provide pediatric services to patients at designated hospital sites.
• Admission, management, and discharge of pediatric patients with attending physicians.
• Respond to Emergency Department requests for evaluation and treatment.
• Attends high-risk deliveries in the labor and delivery area.
• Be available during scheduled shifts to care for neonates in the nursery.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients in ED and inpatient settings in collaboration with the care team.
• Coordinate with APNs and physicians to ensure timely care across units.
• Attend deliveries as needed and oversee neonatal rounds with neonatology as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with hospital bylaws and program-site policies.
• Participate in rounds and discharge planning with the care team.

Skills

Pediatrics

Emergency Dept work

Neonatal care

Education

NRP Certification

Job description

SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton is seeking a pediatric physician to provide ED coverage, round on newborns, and attend deliveries. Shifts are 12 hours and include day and night coverage across multiple program sites in the St. Louis metro area.

The physician will manage admissions, evaluations, and collaborations with attending physicians and APNs, while adhering to hospital bylaws and program site policies. NRP certification is required.