Pediatric Hospitalist (Per Diem) (Athens)

Requisition ID: 2025-49403

Location: US-OH-Athens

Specialty: Physician - Pediatrician/Pediatric Hospitalist

Position Type: Per Diem

HR Rep / Recruiter: Brianne Coco

Per Diem Pediatric Hospitalist Opportunities Available in Southeast Ohio - Apply Today!

• Provide newborn nursery care at OhioHealth Athens Hospital with NICU support from Pediatrix Neonatologists; no pediatric floor coverage required.
• Work 24-hour shifts of rounding plus offsite call.
• Perform circumcisions.
• Offer pediatric consultations to the emergency department, including assessments, recommendations, and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a team of pediatric hospitalists and neonatologists to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives and clinical research projects.
• Exchange best practices with a large network of Pediatrix providers, including over 400 NICUs.

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• Board Certified in Pediatrics required.
• Minimum of 1 year post-residency clinical experience required.
• Active Ohio or IMLC license preferred.
• Recent clinical experience within the last 12 months required.

Pediatrix covers travel expenses (flight, rental car, mileage, lodging) for those outside a commutable distance and malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position.

Per diem benefits include access to Employee Assistance programs. PTO, holiday, and other compensation are not provided for per diem team members.

Pediatrix Medical Group is a leading provider of specialized healthcare for women, babies, and children, committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across hospital and office settings since 1979. We invest heavily in research, education, and quality improvement initiatives.

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.