Pediatric Hospitalist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

7d•$226,000 - $376,000•Onsite

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a Pediatrics Hospitalist to support the National Institutes of Health (NIH) at its onsite location in Bethesda, Maryland. The part-time role provides clinical care oversight for pediatric patients in an observation unit and consultation for complex pediatric patients enrolled in research protocols. The hospitalist will support pediatric emergencies, perioperative care, stabilization, and care coordination with hospital staff and multidisciplinary research teams.

Requirements

Medical degree.
At least 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Licensed in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia, with board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
Current Maryland medical license, or ability to obtain and maintain appropriate Maryland medical licensure before providing clinical services.
Completion of at least four years of residency training in Pediatrics, or equivalent experience and training in an ACGME-accredited residency program.
Ability to provide the documentation and references required for medical staff credentialing and to obtain clinical privileges within NIH.
Ability to work 12- or 24-hour shifts, which may include weekdays, nights, and weekends.
Interest in and willingness to provide clinical support to the Pediatric Oncology Branch during periods of increased staffing needs or patient volume.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust; approved adjudication is required before onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Prior NIH experience.
Experience in a scientific or clinical research environment, including familiarity with research protocols and care of patients enrolled in clinical research studies.
Experience caring for medically complex pediatric patients in a research-intensive or academic medical environment.
Familiarity with hospital policies, patient safety requirements, and Joint Commission standards.
Board certification in Pediatrics.
Fellowship training in Pediatric Hospital Medicine; desirable but not required.
An active Public Trust or existing suitability.

Responsibilities

Provide expertise and clinical care oversight for pediatric patients admitted to an observation unit.
Advise and provide pediatric consultation and expertise for the clinical care of complex pediatric patients enrolled in research protocols.
Take a leadership role during pediatric emergencies.
Provide perioperative care and monitoring for children, including responding to pediatric emergencies, rapid response calls, and Code Blue events.
Assist in stabilizing children experiencing acute events while alternative care options or transfer to a partner institution are arranged.
Collaborate with hospital staff to oversee the monitored bed unit within the Pediatric Unit.
Perform and document patient physical assessments and histories.
Analyze trends in patient conditions and develop appropriate patient management plans based on clinical findings.
Communicate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary research team to ensure patient management strategies support patient care and research needs.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays.
Parental leave.
401(k) retirement plan.
Group term life and travel assistance.
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
Health Savings Account and health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Transit and parking commuter benefits.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement, personal development, certifications, and learning opportunities.
Employee referral program.
Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach.
Care.com annual membership.
Employee Assistance Program.
Supplemental benefits, including critical care, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
Flexible benefits package.