RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking Full-Time and Per-Diem Pediatric Hospitalists for Jersey City Med[...]

Position Overview: The Pediatric Hospitalist will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of pediatric inpatient care, with a focus on resident education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical excellence. The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $200,000 to $300,000 per year. The anticipated pay for per diem if hired to work is $120/hour. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Key Responsibilities: Supervise and support the care delivered by resident physicians for hospitalized pediatric patients. Conduct clinical rounds and provide bedside teaching to resident staff. Ensure appropriate and timely follow-up of labs, imaging, and communication between care teams and families. Review and oversee all pediatric admissions and resident documentation for accuracy. Provide thorough sign-out to incoming hospitalists and ensure smooth patient transitions. Serve as a liaison between resident staff and attending pediatricians when needed. Manage care for patients whose pediatricians are not on staff and arrange appropriate follow-up. Respond to pediatric consultations and emergency codes throughout the hospital. Maintain timely and complete documentation for billing and compliance purposes.

Qualifications: Board Certified or Board Eligible in PediatricsNJ licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey Prior hospitalist experience or pediatric inpatient care preferred About RWJBarnabas Health: RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the evolving needs of residents in New Jersey — whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey. The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jerseyand Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.