NWPS Physician

Overview:

Nationwide Children’s Hospital - Toledo joined the northwest Ohio community in 2022 with a mission to provide nationally ranked pediatric care to children and families locally. Through clinical programs, community partnerships, educational resources, and more, Nationwide Children’s - Toledo’s team of pediatric experts is dedicated to providing high-quality care close to home. Located inside Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center, Nationwide Children’s - Toledo offers a wide range of specialty services and general pediatric care at nine primary care locations throughout the region.

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo is currently seeking Pediatric Hospitalists to join their existing team located in Toledo, Ohio.

The successful candidates will join 5 board‑certified pediatric hospitalists who currently staff Nationwide Children’s Toledo. This team provides 24/7 coverage for the inpatient pediatric service with both day and night shifts as well as some coverage of the well‑baby nursery. PICU and NICU units are also on site. The team is open to the option of hiring a nocturnist, if desired.

Current day shifts are 9 hours and night shifts are 15 hours. Delivery attendance is not required.

This is a rewarding and exciting opportunity for qualified Pediatric Hospitalists to be part of a well‑respected team. The position includes responsibility for teaching residents (Pediatric and Family Medicine) as well as medical students. There are multiple opportunities for growth to lead committees in different areas of interest and to virtually attend Pediatric Ground Rounds with physicians on Nationwide Children’s main campus in Columbus, OH.

Qualified candidates must be board certified/ board eligible in Pediatrics, patient‑centered and demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in pediatric care.

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

• 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.

• 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.

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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.

‘The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet’