Job Title: Medical Director Pediatric Hospitalist
Location: Hollister, California (Hollister, CA)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview:
Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking an experienced, Board-Certified Pediatric Hospitalist to assume the role of Medical Director at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital in Hollister, CA. This leadership opportunity offers a unique chance to shape pediatric inpatient care within a supportive, semi-rural community just minutes from Monterey Bay. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in pediatric patient management and possess strong leadership skills to oversee the hospitalist practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Medical Director for the hospital-based pediatric hospitalist team, providing strategic leadership and clinical oversight.
• Offer comprehensive inpatient pediatric care, including management of low-acuity hospital admissions, well newborn care, and emergency consults.
• Collaborate with the Level-III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose for newborns requiring intensive NICU services, including transport coordination.
• Provide coverage for high-risk deliveries, ensuring safe and effective neonatal and pediatric management.
• Conduct emergency room pediatric consultations and coordinate care with the emergency department team.
• Support approximately 500 annual deliveries, with a focus on patient safety and quality care.
• Participate in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, fostering continuous improvement and best practices.
• Maintain residency within the immediate local area; relocation assistance may be provided.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Board-Certified in Pediatrics (MD or DO).
• Valid medical license to practice within the state of California.
• Prior inpatient hospital experience in pediatrics.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing or directing pediatric hospitalist teams preferred.
• Ability to work a schedule of twelve 24-hour shifts per month, with on-call responsibilities from home.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a community setting.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary between $190,000 and $230,000, complemented by a director stipend.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Access to Teledoc for virtual care services.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) plan with thrift and profit-sharing options.
• Life insurance with optional supplemental coverage.
• Critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance options.
• Generous paid parental leave (8 weeks) for new parents.
• Bereavement leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Perks program, including various discounts and support resources.

Additional Information:

• This position is ideal for candidates seeking a leadership role in a community hospital with a focus on pediatric excellence.
• Applicants must reside within the local area; relocation assistance available.
• We are not considering candidates seeking locum or visa sponsorship at this time.

Join Pediatrix s dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on pediatric healthcare in the vibrant Hollister community.