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Pediatric Hospitalist Opportunity In Visalia, California

Position Overview: Join a dynamic pediatric team as a Hospitalist, serving as the primary physician for hospitalized children. This role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive inpatient care, coordinate seamlessly with primary care and subspecialty teams, and make a direct impact on patient safety and outcomes in a collegial, evidence-driven environment.

The Role:

• Serve as the "pediatrician of record" for each patient, coordinating care and communication between inpatient and primary care teams
• Rapidly assess and manage acute clinical deterioration; supervise and coordinate transfers to/from pediatric ICU as needed
• Streamline admission and discharge processes to optimize patient safety, timeliness, and reduce unnecessary length of stay
• Teach and mentor pediatric residents during patient-centered rounds, contributing to future physician development
• Develop and implement clinical pathways to enhance quality of care across pediatric conditions
• Participate in medical staff committees focused on quality improvement and patient safety
• Follow evidence-based guidelines and national standards to deliver cutting-edge pediatric care

Schedule & Lifestyle:

• 7 days on, 7 days off (flexible shift structure: 12-hour or 24-hour options)
• Continuous onsite coverage during scheduled shifts
• Predictable rotation supports work-life balance and family time
• No call responsibilities outside scheduled shifts

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics
• California medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Inpatient pediatric care experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered medicine

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Malpractice coverage with tail protection
• CME allowance and continuing education support
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with experienced faculty

Why This Opportunity:

Lead quality pediatric care in a teaching environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes. Work with a collegial team that values evidence-based practice, resident education, and physician well-being. The 7on/7off schedule provides genuine work-life balancesomething rare in hospitalist medicine.