Pediatric Hospitalist Medical Director Opening in Hollister, CASan Jose 46mA respected community hospital in Hollister, California, located just a short drive from Monterey Bay, is seeking a Board-Certified Pediatrician to serve as Medical Director for its Pediatric Hospitalist program. This is a permanent, full-time position offering leadership responsibility, a flexible 24-hour shift model, and the chance to provide meaningful care in a semi-rural California setting.Schedule: Full-time: -hour shifts per month On-call responsibilities handled from home Shifts likely include some weekends due to 24-hour rotation Setting: Community hospital with 500 annual deliveriesCore Responsibilities Lead the pediatric hospitalist team as Medical Director Provide well newborn care and high-risk delivery coverage Perform pediatric consultations in the emergency department Manage low-acuity pediatric inpatient admissions Coordinate neonatal transports with affiliated Level III NICU (located in San Jose) Collaborate with hospital leadership and affiliated specialists Support clinical quality initiatives and staff educationQualifications Board Certified in Pediatrics - Required (no exceptions) California medical license or willingness to obtain - Required Current inpatient hospital experience - Required (must be noted in submission) DEA license - Required prior to start (no exemptions) Clean malpractice and license history - Highly Preferred Relocation or Local Residency Required - Commuters welcome, but candidates must be willing to relocate or reside in the areaCompensation & Benefits Base Salary Range: $190,000 - $230,000 Medical Director Stipend: Additional to base salary Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) Thrift & Profit Sharing Plan Company-paid life insurance + supplemental options Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Critical Illness, Hospital, and Accident Insurance 8 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Bereavement Leave Identity Theft Protection Employee Perks & Discounts Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Why Consider This Role? Lead a program as Medical Director in a growing pediatric hospitalist practice Maintain work-life balance with -hour shifts/month and home call Work in a collaborative setting with transport support from a nearby Level III NICU Live near the California coast with access to scenic Monterey Bay, hiking, wine country, and more Be part of a mission-driven health team in a family-friendly community