Pediatric Hospitialist

Nexus Health Systems; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children's Hospital in Shenandoah, Texas seeks a compassionate Pediatrician to provide medical care for children and adolescents in inpatient rehabilitation and the True North behavioral health program. The role combines acute pediatric care with structured multidisciplinary support for patients recovering from neuro- and complex medical conditions.

The successful candidate will participate in admissions, daily rounds, discharge planning, and family communications within a collaborative

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Active Texas medical license (or ability to obtain).
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with medically complex pediatric patients is preferred.
• Inpatient, rehabilitation, hospitalist, or behavioral health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical management and daily pediatric care for inpatient rehabilitation and behavioral health patients.
• Conduct admissions, evaluations, daily rounds, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation physicians, psychiatrists, nursing staff, therapists, case management, and clinical leadership.
• Monitor acute and chronic medical needs, medications, nutrition, and overall patient wellness.
• Support adolescents in the True North Program through coordinated medical oversight in partnership with behavioral health teams.
• Respond to changes in patient condition and ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate with families regarding treatment plans, progress, and discharge readiness.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and care conferences.
• Support patient safety, quality improvement, and best clinical practices.

Skills

Pediatrics

Inpatient care

Hospital medicine

Medical licensing

DEA registration

Board Certification / Eligibility in P

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Job description

Pediatrician – Inpatient Rehabilitation & Adolescent Behavioral Health

Nexus Children's Hospital – Shenandoah, Texas

Position Summary

Nexus Children's Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatrician to join our growing team at our Shenandoah location. This physician will provide medical care for children and adolescents in both our inpatient rehabilitation program and our True North Program, a specialized adolescent behavioral health program. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary setting caring for patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions, medically complex diagnoses, and adolescents requiring behavioral health support in a structured therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical management and daily pediatric care for inpatient rehabilitation and behavioral health patients
• Conduct admissions, evaluations, daily rounds, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with rehabilitation physicians, psychiatrists, nursing staff, therapists, case management, and clinical leadership
• Monitor acute and chronic medical needs, medications, nutrition, and overall patient wellness
• Support adolescents in the True North Program through coordinated medical oversight in partnership with behavioral health teams
• Respond to changes in patient condition and ensure continuity of care
• Communicate with families regarding treatment plans, progress, and discharge readiness
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and care conferences
• Support patient safety, quality improvement, and best clinical practices

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active Texas medical license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate bedside manner
• Experience with medically complex pediatric patients preferred
• Inpatient, rehabilitation, hospitalist, or behavioral health experience preferred

Why Join Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah?

• Opportunity to impact both physical rehabilitation and behavioral health outcomes
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care model
• Meaningful work with children, adolescents, and families
• Supportive leadership and mission-driven culture
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Competitive compensation package

About Us

Nexus Children's Hospital provides specialized pediatric inpatient rehabilitation and complex medical care for children recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological diagnoses, and other life-changing conditions. Our campus also features the True North Program, a dedicated adolescent behavioral health program focused on stabilization, healing, and long-term success for teens in need of structured mental health support.