Pediatric Hospitalist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

6d•$226,000 - $376,000•Onsite

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a part-time, onsite Pediatric Hospitalist to support the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. The position provides clinical care oversight for pediatric patients in an observation unit and pediatric consultation for complex patients enrolled in research protocols. The physician also supports pediatric emergencies, perioperative care, monitored-bed-unit oversight, patient assessment and management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams. The role may provide clinical support to the Pediatric Oncology Branch during periods of increased staffing needs or patient volume.

Requirements

Medical degree.
Minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Licensed in a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth, or the District of Columbia, with board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
Current Maryland medical licensure, or the 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 all 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.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust, with approved adjudication before onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Active Public Trust or existing suitability is preferred.
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 is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide expertise and clinical care oversight for pediatric patients admitted to an observation unit.
Advise and provide pediatric consultation and expertise for 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.
Provide clinical support to the Pediatric Oncology Branch during periods of increased staffing needs or patient volume, as needed.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Personal and family sick time
Company-paid holidays
Parental leave
401(k) retirement plan
Group term life and travel assistance
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and parking commuter benefits
Short- 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