Regional Pediatric Hospitalist

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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 of the Pediatric Hospitalist 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 would include, but are not limited to, intubation, surfactant administration, insertion of umbilical lines, circumcisions, chest tube/needle decompress ions, and neonatal resuscitation. Qualified candidates must be board certified/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 excellent benefits package. The program provides comprehensive onboarding that will include 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.

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

• Conduct patient assessments and diagnose medical conditions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicate with patients and their families to provide education and support.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medical records for each patient and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
• Stay up‑to‑date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

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

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

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.

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

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.

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