Pediatric Intensivist
Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking an experienced board-certified Pediatric Intensivist to join our pediatric inpatient and critical care team at Summerville Medical Center (SMC), just 30 minutes from Charleston, South Carolina.
About the Role
- 6-bed PICU
- Level III NICU support
- Telephone consult available with quaternary care center 45 minutes away
- Inpatient pediatric floor + ER consults
- In-house days, home call at night
- Teaching opportunities: a family medicine residency program is now in its third year with residents participating about half of the year, 4.5 days per week
- Procedures include: intubations, LPs, line/chest tube placement, CPR
- 2024 Census: 373 pediatric admits, 85 PICU admits, ADC: 4.1
Opportunity Highlights
- Flexible call schedule to accommodate family and personal needs
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k (starts day 1)
- Work in a desirable climate with all four seasons close to the beach
- Complimentary meals available daily
- Level 3 NICU to support referral base
- Onsite subspecialty support: Pediatric Surgery, GI, ENT, Anesthesia
About Summerville Medical Center
- 124-bed acute-care hospital with South Carolina’s busiest Pediatric ER (19K+ visits in 2024)
- 24-hour emergency room and comprehensive medical services
- A growing Women’s & Children’s service line
- “Home-like” birthing suites and advanced surgical services
- Surgical services include orthopedic, reflux, robotic, and weight loss surgeries
- Trident Health has earned recognition as a leader in healthcare delivery in the Lowcountry
About Summerville
Beautiful, historic Summerville is an extraordinary coastal city, rich in history and traditions. Historic charm meets modern convenience, with close proximity to Charleston’s beaches, culture, and cuisine. Charleston has earned national and international recognition for economic development, access to global markets, tourism, medical care, and entrepreneurial opportunity. The area offers access to coastal waters and beaches, a vibrant city park system, and numerous outdoor events, making it very family-friendly. New legislation in 2025 will lower state income tax.
Qualifications
- Board-certified in Pediatrics
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Critical Care
- At least 1-2 years of post-graduate experience
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, with some locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSAs
- 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require a cost share between employees and the company
- Voluntary plans available with convenient payroll deductions
About Us
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized healthcare for women, babies, and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians provide coordinated, compassionate, and clinically excellent services across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is supported by significant investments in research, education, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.