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Job description
Pediatric Hospitalist
Looking for a sustainable pediatric career with exceptional work-life balance, manageable volumes, and future ownership potential?
Private Practice is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatrician to join its established Pediatric Hospitalist team.
This is an outstanding opportunity to practice inpatient pediatrics and newborn care in a supportive environment while enjoying a highly desirable block schedule and a pathway to future practice ownership.
Opportunity Highlights
• 7-on/7-off schedule
• No outpatient clinic responsibilities
• Level II Nursery with 1,000+ annual deliveries
• Average daily newborn census of approximately 7-8 patients
• Weekday NP rounding support
• EPIC EMR
• Onsite Emergency Department and anesthesia support
• Access to St. Louis pediatric specialty and telemedicine resources
• Higher-acuity newborns transferred to tertiary care centers in St. Louis
• Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income
• Partnership eligibility after three years
Lifestyle Flexibility
One of the unique advantages of this position is location flexibility.
• Live in Mount Vernon and enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a family-friendly community.
• Live in the St. Louis metro area and commute during your service week while enjoying all the amenities of a major metropolitan city.
• Housing accommodations can be discussed for physicians who prefer to stay locally while working their scheduled week.
With a true 7-on/7-off schedule, many physicians appreciate the ability to enjoy significant personal time, travel, and flexibility throughout the year.
Why Pediatricians Love This Practice
• Focus exclusively on inpatient pediatrics and newborn care
• Predictable schedule with half the year off
• Supportive clinical environment with manageable patient volumes
• Strong hospital resources without the pressures of a large academic center
• Rare opportunity to become a future practice owner
• Excellent quality of life for physicians and families
This is a terrific opportunity for pediatricians seeking long-term stability, autonomy, and an outstanding work-life balance while caring for newborns and pediatric patients in a collegial setting.
Confidential inquiries are welcome.
Who can apply
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