Hospitalist Pediatric Physician

Hospitalist Pediatric Physician Potsdam, NY

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in pediatric care? Join a leading facility in Potsdam, NY, offering a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive team for pediatric hospital coverage. Enjoy the convenience of weeknight and weekend shifts, with ample support and hospital resources to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Quick Facts

• Location: Potsdam, NY
• Start Date: 01/04/2027
• End Date/Duration: 04/05/2027
• Shift: 24-hour call shifts (Day 7:00 AM 7:00 AM)
• Hours/Week: 40 hours per week (4 shifts)
• Employment Type: Contract
• License/Certs: NY State License, BLS, PALS, NRP, AHA or RQI Certs, Epic Experience
• Experience: Board Certified Pediatrician (No residents or fellows)

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $1,926.60
• Pay package discussed upon application
• Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
• Robust referral bonus program
• Licensure, certification, and travel reimbursements when applicable
• Paid sick time in accordance with laws
• 24/7 dedicated team support throughout your assignment

What You'll Do

• Provide pediatric inpatient care for newborns and high-risk deliveries in a Level 1 nursery setting
• Stabilize and resuscitate critically ill newborns in high-acuity cases
• Respond to ER consults and collaborate with hospital staff on patient care
• Cover multiple consecutive 24-hour shifts, maintaining availability for urgent care needs
• Ensure timely response within 20 minutes while on call
• Utilize Epic EMR with templates and order sets for documentation
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team including obstetrics, anesthesia, and nursing staff

What You Need

• NY State Medical License (Active and in-hand)
• Board Certified Pediatrician
• Current BLS, PALS, NRP certifications
• Epic EMR experience
• Ability to respond within 20 minutes during on-call shifts
• Strong resuscitation and stabilization skills for neonatal emergencies

Preferred

• Experience with high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation techniques
• Ability to return to hospital promptly when called upon

About the Assignment

This assignment involves providing critical pediatric inpatient coverage in a facility equipped to handle high-risk deliveries and neonatal emergencies. The hospital team includes obstetric and anesthesia staff to support patient stabilization. The provider will cover 24-hour shifts, ensuring continuity of care during their scheduled periods, with support from a dedicated team committed to your success. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife