Instructor​/PICU Hospitalist

Department Overview

At Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization known nationally for pediatric excellence, innovation, and compassion. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license, grow clinically, and contribute meaningfully to the care of children and families during some of their most vulnerable moments.

If you’re energized by critical care, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are passionate about pediatrics, we invite you to bring your expertise to Doernbecher’s PICU.

Doernbecher Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Join one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected pediatric institutions and make a daily difference in the lives of critically ill children and their families. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated PICU Hospitalist to provide exceptional, compassionate care in our dynamic Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

In this role, you will function in a resident-style clinical capacity, delivering high-quality pediatric care to infants, children, adolescents, and youth with complex and acute medical needs. You’ll be an integral member of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to excellence, safety, and family-centered care.

• Participate in daily morning rounds in the PICU alongside CVICU and MSICU teams, contributing to comprehensive, coordinated care plans
• Work closely with attending physicians to provide oversight and ongoing management of critically ill patients
• Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care with a strong focus on patient- and family-centered decision-making
• Interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe and manage medications, and oversee therapeutic interventions
• Diagnose, manage, and treat common acute and chronic pediatric conditions in the intensive care setting
• Collaborate and consult with pediatric subspecialty services as needed to support complex care
• Serve as a first-call provider in the ICU, with responsibilities that include daytime, nighttime, and weekend coverage

Please note:
This is a 4 month limited contract.

• Board-eligible physician, or
• Physician Assistant or Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (board certified)
• Active Oregon medical license
• DEA certification

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume or CV.

OHSU Employees be sure to apply using your OHSU email.

* This is a 4 month limited contract.*

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.

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