Physician Pediatric Intensivist - Kalamazoo, Michigan

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

CME Stipend

Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Bronson Children’s Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, seeks a BC/BE Pediatric Critical Care Physician for a part‑time role. The position involves co-managing pediatric traumas, sedations, and teaching responsibilities with Bronson Western Michigan University School of Medicine.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, compassionate patient‑centered care, and a commitment to high‑quality pediatric critical care.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
• Graduate from an ACGME accredited program
• Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient‑centered care

Responsibilities

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating clinical patients.
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to patients and families.
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Compassionate care

Education

BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)

ACGME-accredited residency program graduate

Job description

Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location: BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title: Physician Pediatric Intensivist - Kalamazoo, Michigan

Position Highlights

Bronson Children’s Hospital located in Kalamazoo, Michigan is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Critical Care Physician Part‒Time who has successfully completed a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care. The Pediatric Intensivists co‒manage pediatric traumas, as well as sedations. Teaching is also a part of the opportunity with Bronson Western Michigan University School of Medicine partners closely with Bronson physicians. The school has nine residency programs including pediatrics, family medicine, and med/peds. Transport services for patients referred to Bronson from 19 regional hospitals and other institutions are conducted by ambulance under the supervision of a specially trained transport nurse. Bronson’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is an eight‒bed unit and is the area’s only PICU, as well as a four‒bed PSDU. The unit draws from a nine‒county area in southwest Michigan. Bronson is the only hospital that provides pediatric inpatient services in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
• Graduate from an ACGME accredited program
• Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient‑centered care

About Bronson Children’s Hospital

Bronson Children’s Hospital is a designated children’s hospital recognized by NACHRI and offers a full range of pediatric subspecialties. Provides support for the following pediatric subspecialties: Cardiology, Hematology/Oncology, GI, Endocrinology, Surgery, Neurology, Urology, and more. In‑Hospital Specialists, Specialty Services, and Pediatric and Neonatology Support Services. Bronson maintains a Level III Perinatal Center, 34‒bed Pediatric Unit, a 45‒bed NICU and an 8‒bed PICU with a 4‒bed step down unit.

Bronson Methodist Hospital offers

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation with Annual Quality Incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation Assistance, CME Stipend and Sign On Bonus

About Kalamazoo, Michigan

Nestled in the heart of Michigan, Kalamazoo is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse community. Known for its charming downtown, Kalamazoo offers a unique blend of art, music, and theater, making it an ideal place to live and work. The city is home to various festivals, museums, and parks, providing residents with ample opportunities for recreation and leisure. Beyond its cultural attractions, Kalamazoo boasts excellent schools, affordable housing, and a welcoming community. Whether you enjoy exploring local breweries, attending live performances, or spending time outdoors, Kalamazoo has something for everyone. Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo is a 434‒bed, all‒private room regional referral center providing care in virtually every specialty. Level I Trauma Center; Comprehensive Stroke Center; Chest Pain Center; only children’s hospital in the region. The hospital is Magnet designated for nursing excellence and is nationally recognized for quality and patient experience.

Bronson’s Culture Statement

At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives and are committed to achieving that access across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias, and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ the best teams in the communities we serve to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues, and communities. We have a strategic focus on living our values by showing respect, building trust, uncovering, and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for all, removing barriers to care, and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission that all have full and equal access to the opportunities to live healthy lives: Together, we advance the health of our communities.

Bronson Healthcare is a community‒owned, not‒for‒profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of more than 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations.

Shift & Compensation

Variable Time Type: Part time. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 28.

Other job responsibilities include ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests in addition to counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare, hygiene and diet.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs.
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families.
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
• Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care.
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
• Orders studies, test and ancillary services.
• Documents all services in patient medical record.
• Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
• Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements.
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.

Eligibility and Compliance

Current Medical License in the state of Michigan. Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration. Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges. Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment. Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette.

For more information on Bronson visit bronsonhealth.com.