Pediatric Hospitalist Physician
Conway, SC, 29526, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Pediatric Hospitalist
- Newborn Care
- Inpatient Pediatrician
This role is for a full-time Pediatric Hospitalist Physician providing inpatient care primarily to newborns and some pediatric patients in a hospital setting near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The position involves 8-hour in-house shifts, on-call responsibilities, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a family-friendly community. The hospital offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a coastal location with a good work-life balance.
An established health system on South Carolinas beautiful coast is seeking aFull-Time Inpatient Pediatricianto join its Womens and Childrens Services team. This role focuses on providing high-quality care to newborns and pediatric patients while maintaining a balanced schedule and access to modern facilities. Its an outstanding opportunity for a pediatrician seeking a stable hospital-based position in a growing, family-friendly community near Myrtle Beach.
Position OverviewSchedule:8-hour in-house shifts (8:30 AM"4:30 PM)
Call Coverage:24/7 model with 16 hours of on-call responsibilities
Census:Average 8"15 newborns and 0"2 pediatric inpatients per day
Call Duties:Respond to nurse or ED consults, attend high-risk deliveries, stabilize sick newborns (no parent-initiated calls)
Call Rooms:Dedicated onsite call rooms available though not required to stay overnight
EMR:Cerner
APRN support (Wednesday"Friday mornings) for peak census periods
24/7 CRNA coverage for epidurals and emergent C-sections
Nursery, labor & delivery, postpartum, and pediatrics all located on the same floor for streamlined workflow
One full-time pediatric hospitalist, plus part-time coverage for weekends, holidays, and PTO
Patient Mix:Approximately 90% newborn care and 10% straightforward pediatric admissions
Procedures:Circumcisions, frenotomies, emergency CPAP management, simple polydactyly excision, and rare emergent interventions (e.g., intubation, needle decompression, UVC placement)
Facility Level:Level II nursery"attending deliveries from 32 weeks gestation and up
Transfers:
Level III NICU transfers to McLeod (?2 hours by ground)
Level IV NICU transfers to MUSC (?45 minutes by air)
System averages1,600 deliveries per year, projected to grow to 1,800"2,000 with continued Womens Health expansion
Candidate RequirementsCompletion of an ACGME-accredited pediatric residency (3 years minimum)
Board certification/board eligibility in Pediatrics
Strong clinical skills in newborn and low-acuity pediatric inpatient care
Sign-On Bonus:$25,000+ to assist with relocation or transition
Competitive Compensation:Shift-based structure with productivity opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision insurance; supplemental coverage options
Retirement:Employer-matched 401(k) plan
Loan Repayment:Eligible through the PSLF program
CME:$3,000 allowance and 5 CME days annually
PTO:24 days per year for excellent work-life balance
Malpractice:Provided with tail coverage
Located minutes from the world-famous beaches ofMyrtle Beach, the community ofConwayoffers a unique combination of small-town comfort and coastal charm. Physicians enjoy:
Cost of Living:Roughly 9% below the national average
Education:Top-rated public and private schools, plus Coastal Carolina University
Climate:Over218 sunny days per yearwith an average temperature of 74F
Recreation:World-class golf, fishing, boating, kayaking, and family attractions
Lifestyle:Thriving culinary scene, live entertainment, amusement parks, and easy access to Charleston and Columbia
Enjoy a fulfilling inpatient pediatric career in a supportive environment where family life, sunshine, and professional growth come together.




