Physician Pediatric Intensivist - Kalamazoo, Michigan

bronsonhg; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

CME Stipend

Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Bronson Children’s Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Critical Care Physician for a Part-Time position in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. The role includes co-management of traumas and sedations with a strong teaching component.

Bronson offers competitive compensation with relocation assistance, CME stipend, and sign-on bonus. Certification and licensure in Michigan are required; hospital provides comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
• Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care
• Current unrestricted or pending Michigan medical license

Responsibilities

• Co-manage pediatric traumas and sedations in PICU
• Engage in teaching and education for residents/fellows
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a tertiary pediatric setting

Skills

BC/BE Pediatrics

Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship

Communication skills

Education

ACGME accredited program

Job description

Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Physician Pediatric Intensivist - Kalamazoo, Michigan

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.

Position Highlights:

• 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.

For more information on Bronson visit bronsonhealth.com.

Physicians are responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing as well as administering treatment for patients suffering from disease or illness. They also examine patients in addition to obtaining medical histories. Other job responsibilities include ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests in addition to counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare, hygiene and diet. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
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
Performs in a tactful and professional manner
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
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.

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

28

Cost Center

8200 Bronson Pediatric Critical Care Specialists (BMH)

Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer

Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre‑existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.