Regional Pediatric Hospitalist-1

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio seeks Pediatric Hospitalists. The role involves providing medical care, including high-risk deliveries, and inpatient pediatric care at a recognized institution.

Candidates must be board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, with NRP and PALS certifications. The positions offer full-time or part-time options, competitive salaries, and a generous sign-on bonus as part of an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics.
• NRP & PALS certified.
• Prior clinical practice experience may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and diagnose medical conditions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Communicate with patients and families.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Participate in training medical students and residents.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical assessments

Treatment plan development

Communication

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Graduate of an approved Fellowship program

Job description

Overview

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking Pediatric Hospitalists to join our experienced and growing team of regional providers north of Columbus. Hospitalists working at this location are employees of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Full‑time (eight 24‑hour shifts per month) and part‑time positions are available.

Responsibilities include attendance at high‑risk deliveries & C‑sections, admissions, and daily rounding on Special Care Nursery (level I) and well‑baby (mother/infant) units. Daily rounding on pediatric inpatient unit and general pediatric Emergency Department consultations for admissions and/or transfers. Procedures include, but are not limited to, intubation, surfactant administration, insertion of umbilical lines, circumcisions, chest tube/needle decompressions, and neonatal resuscitation.

Qualified candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, NRP & PALS certified, patient‑centered, and demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in pediatric care. Certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine is not required. The position offers a competitive salary, a generous sign‑on bonus, and an excellent benefits package.

The program includes comprehensive onboarding: neonatal simulation time; 4–6 weeks of proctored shifts with hospitalists at regional sites; and ongoing education in the skills and procedures required for this position.

Job Description Summary

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

Essential Functions

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
• Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
• Stays up‑to‑date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

Education Requirement

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.
• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.

Licensure Requirement

• Medical License in the State of Ohio, required.
• Unrestricted licensed physician, required.

Certifications

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.

Experience

Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume / Gases / Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0–10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11–20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21–40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0–25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel.

Frequently: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking.

Continuously: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near.

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet