Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

Job Summary

Children's Hospital of Michigan has been a cornerstone of pediatric care since 1886, consistently ranked among America's best by U.S. News & World Report. As a proud member of the Detroit Medical Center, this Pediatric Hospitalist opportunity allows you to practice alongside a 20+ physician hospitalist division that has grown from a two-provider team into a fully developed, fellowship-trained program.

Position Highlights

• Block schedule — 13 blocks per year with vacation, holiday, and conference time built in
• Shifts range from 8 to 13 hours; approximately 50% of hours fall on weekends and holidays
• Clinical duties include floor rounding, Observation Unit day and night shifts, Evening SWAT shift, Newborn rounding at Hutzel Hospital, and circumcisions
• Patient census of 15–25 inpatients per team, varying by season
• Nurse Practitioners work alongside attendings in the Observation Unit
• Active 2-year Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship Program with current fellows on staff
• Division established since 2003–2004; now staffs all General Pediatric inpatient floor teams, Observation Unit, and Newborn team

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• Board eligible or certified in Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Proficiency in newborn resuscitation and delivery care
• Able to perform circumcisions and lumbar punctures
• Eligible to obtain licensure in the state of Michigan

Why Detroit

• A compelling comeback with a dynamic mix of industrial legacy, world-class arts, and a cost of living that gives you genuine quality of life
• The Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and a nationally celebrated food and restaurant scene anchor a cultural life that punches well above the city's reputation
• Outdoor enthusiasts have easy access to the Detroit River, miles of bike and hiking trails, and dozens of surrounding lakes for water sports
• Families benefit from strong schools, respected universities, and an affordable metro area that makes putting down roots here one of the best-kept secrets in the Midwest

Employment Practices

• Complies with all applicable laws and regulations
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
• Participates in the E-Verify program