Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

Orchard, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist to deliver high-quality inpatient care for pediatric and newborn patients. The role involves flexible day and night shifts, managing pediatric inpatients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates are board-certified or eligible with a strong pediatrics background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients.
• Manage an average of 7 pediatric inpatients and 20 newborns per shift.
• Conduct consultations in the emergency department.

Skills

Compassion

Team Collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

Active Pennsylvania medical license

Valid DEA license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist to provide high-quality inpatient care for pediatric and newborn patients. This opportunity is ideal for a compassionate and board-certified/eligible physician with a strong background in general pediatrics and experience in hospitalist care. The position includes both day and night shifts, rotating coverage across general pediatric and newborn units, with flexibility for occasional 24-hour shifts.

• Provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients in the general pediatrics floor and newborn nursery

• Conduct consultations in the emergency department

• Manage an average of 7 pediatric inpatients and 20 newborns per shift

• Perform lumbar punctures as needed

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NICU, PICU, and pediatric sub-specialists

• Maintain accurate documentation using Epic EMR

• Participate in patient rounds and handoffs with day/night shift transitions

• No delivery attendance or circumcision required
  

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

  • Active Pennsylvania medical license

  • Valid DEA license

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred

  • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
    

    • Shift Options:

      • 7:00 AM 7:00 PM (General Pediatrics or Newborn)

      • 7:00 PM 7:00 AM (Combined coverage: Pediatrics, Newborn, ED Consults)

    • Estimated 14 shifts per month

    • No on-call responsibilities

    • Will work solo during assigned shifts

    • Generally no back-to-back 24-hour shifts (considered on case-by-case basis)