Physician - Hospitalist
Jersey City, NJ 07302
| Specialty | Hospitalist |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
RWJBarnabas Health, New Jerseys largest integrated health care system, is currently seeking a 0.7FTE Pediatric Hospitalist to join the Department of Pediatrics at Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC) in Jersey City, NJ. This opportunity offers a dynamic hospital setting with a commitment to education, collaboration, and quality pediatric care.
Position Overview:
The Pediatric Hospitalist will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of pediatric inpatient care, with a focus on resident education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical excellence.
The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $100,000 to $300,000 per year.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills, and professional experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical rounds and provide bedside teaching to resident staff.
- Ensure appropriate and timely follow-up of labs, imaging, and communication between care teams and families.
- Review and oversee all pediatric admissions and resident documentation for accuracy.
- Provide thorough sign-out to incoming hospitalists and ensure smooth patient transitions.
- Serve as a liaison between resident staff and attending pediatricians when needed.
- Manage care for patients whose pediatricians are not on staff and arrange appropriate follow-up.
- Oversee newborn nursery and attend deliveries when needed.
- Respond to pediatric consultations and emergency codes throughout the hospital.
- Maintain timely and complete documentation for billing and compliance purposes.
Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
- NJ licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
- Prior hospitalist experience or pediatric inpatient care preferred
How to Apply:
To learn more about this position and other opportunities throughout New Jersey and with RWJBarnabas Health, please contact Melissa Fairley, Physician Recruiter, at [email protected]
