Pediatric Hospitalist - South Dakota
On-siteRapid City, South Dakota, United States
Job Summary
Provide direct inpatient care to hospitalized pediatric patients, performing comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and daily assessments. Diagnose and manage acute pediatric medical conditions and chronic illness exacerbations, while admitting, managing, and discharging patients. Coordinate care with subspecialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services through interdisciplinary rounds and care planning. Communicate effectively with families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions, ensuring safe transitions to home and appropriate outpatient follow-up. Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and utilization initiatives, and supervise residents, medical students, or advanced practice providers as applicable. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with regulatory standards. Schedule includes day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
- DEA registration or eligibility
- Strong clinical knowledge in inpatient pediatric medicine
- Ability to manage acute and medically complex pediatric patients
- Excellent communication and family-centered care skills
- Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities
- Commitment to evidence-based, high-quality pediatric care
- Manual dexterity for pediatric examinations and procedures
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication
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