Physician Pediatrics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Opportunity:

Physician - Critical Care Pediatric

Job Details:

• 24-hour on-campus/call shifts running from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM, covering Saturday and Sunday (most likely starting 7:00 AM Saturday and ending 7:00 AM Monday morning)


• Weekend-only call coverage required


• Round with 2-3 pediatric/ED residents with overnight call supported by 1 resident


• ICU encompasses medical, surgical, and neuro units; level II & III NICU; and a dedicated pediatric unit


• 24-hour radiology, X-ray, CT/MRI, laboratory with 2-hour turnaround, and operating room available on-site


• Surgical services include general, neuro, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, and vascular


• Specialist support includes radiologist, cardiologist, pulmonologist, gastroenterologist, neurologist, urologist, hem/onc, psychiatrist, and EKG services


• Patient population consists of infants, pediatrics, and adolescents with an average daily census of 11 patients


• Required to manage medical conditions including cardiac/respiratory arrest, sepsis, renal failure, and poisoning


• Surgical pre- and post-operative conditions and traumatic injuries including blunt force or penetrating injuries, fractures, and dislocations


• Procedures include vent management, chest tube insertion, blood pressure management, central and arterial lines, transfusions, ICP evaluation, hemodialysis, and diagnostic taps


• Point-of-care ultrasound equipment utilized


• EMR system: Epic


• Board Certification in Critical Care required


• Active South Carolina state license required


• Required certifications: PALS, ACLS, and BLS


• DEA required


• Minimum of 1 year of experience required; must be out of training and have been practicing medicine for at least 2 years


• Clean malpractice history required

Facility:

This is a dedicated children's hospital offering a comprehensive range of pediatric specialty and subspecialty services. The facility supports a high-acuity patient population with robust on-site resources including a level II & III NICU, 24-hour surgical and radiology capabilities, and a multidisciplinary team of specialists. The hospital is committed to delivering advanced pediatric critical care in a collaborative, well-supported clinical environment.

Location:

Columbia, SC

Columbia offers a vibrant mix of Southern charm, a thriving arts and dining scene, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic coastline. As the state capital and home to several major universities, the city provides a dynamic community atmosphere with plenty of recreational, cultural, and professional opportunities.