Hospitalist Physician

Location:
Yakima, WA

Yakima offers a beautiful Pacific Northwest setting with abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, skiing, and wine country attractions. The city provides an excellent quality of life with a lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan areas while maintaining access to modern amenities and healthcare facilities.

Facility:
This is a comprehensive Level 3 trauma facility with 238 licensed beds, including a 17-bed pediatric unit that also serves adult medical/surgical patients. The facility provides excellent support for hospitalist services and maintains high standards for patient care with modern equipment and dedicated staff.

Opportunity:
Physician - Pediatric Hospitalist

Job Details:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric hospitalist services with an average of 3-6 pediatric patients per shift

• Work 24-hour shifts with overnight call taken from home

• Handle an average of 5 ED consults per shift (3 during the day, 2 at night)

• Ability to schedule up to 3 consecutive 24-hour shifts

• Perform lumbar punctures as required

• Conduct X-ray and EKG interpretation

• Provide suturing for minor lacerations

• Must be board certified in Pediatrics

• BLS and PALS certifications required

• Must hold active Washington state medical license or IMLC

• Credentialing timeframe 60-90 days (expedited privileges available for clean history)

• Work in a Level 3 trauma and pediatric facility setting

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.