Pediatric Intensivist (Per Diem)

Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc.; Summerville (SC); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A medical group specializing in pediatric care is seeking a Board-Certified Pediatric Intensivist for a per diem opportunity at Summerville Medical Center. Located 30 minutes from Charleston, SC, the position involves inpatient rounding and consultations in a growing facility with extensive pediatric services. Candidates must have active South Carolina licenses and recent experience in pediatric critical care. Enjoy a charming historic setting with convenient access to beaches and cultural attractions.

Qualifications

• Active South Carolina medical license is mandatory.
• Experience with 6-bed PICU and telephone consult.
• Ability to perform procedures such as intubations and LPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide per diem coverage for Summerville Medical Center.
• Conduct 24-hour rounding and administer call from home/hotel.
• Engage in pediatric floor and ER consultations.

Skills

Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care

Recent experience in Pediatric Critical Care

Job description

Per Diem opportunity for an experienced, Board Certified Pediatric Intensivist in Beautiful Charleston, South Carolina

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking an experienced Board-Certified Pediatric Intensivist to provide per diem coverage at Summerville Medical Center (SMC)—just 30 minutes from Charleston!

Your Clinical Scope

• 6-bed PICU with 2 observation beds
• Level III NICU support
• Telephone consult available with quaternary care center 45 minutes away
• Inpatient pediatric floor + ER consults
• 24 hour rounding plus call from home/hotel
• Procedures include: intubations, LPs, line/chest tube placement, CPR
• 2024 Census: 373 pediatric admits, 85 PICU admits, ADC: 4.1

Subspecialty Support

• Onsite: Pediatric Surgery, GI, ENT, Anesthesia, Radiology
• Telemedicine: Pediatric Cardiology
• Actively recruiting Pediatric Neurology

About Summerville Medical Center

SMC is a 124-bed acute-care hospital with:

• South Carolina’s busiest Pediatric ER (19K+ visits in 2024)
• A growing Women’s & Children’s service line
• “Home-like” birthing suites and advanced surgical services

Why Summerville?

• Historic charm meets modern convenience
• Close to Charleston’s beaches, culture, and cuisine
• Year-round outdoor activities in a warm, coastal climate

• Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care with recent experience required
• Only candidates with active SC licenses will be considered