Driscoll Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Nocturnist - Corpus Christi, Texas

Driscoll Health System is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Nocturnist to join our inpatient pediatric team. The Pediatric Nocturnist will provide high-quality, family-centered care to hospitalized pediatric patients, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and support continuity of care from admission through discharge.

Job Details:

• Newly created position driven by growth and expansion of our organization.
• Shifts are 7 pm - 7 am.
• No travel required.
• 24/7 in-house coverage.
• EPIC EMR System
• Applicants will be considered for a faculty appointment at Texas A&M University and other affiliate medical schools.
• Our hospitalists are actively involved in our pediatric residency program, providing clinical guidance and mentorship to future pediatricians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric inpatients, including admissions, daily rounds, and discharges.
• Work closely with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and primary care providers regarding treatment plans and follow-up care.
• Supervise and mentor medical students and residents, if applicable.
• Assist in developing and implementing hospital policies and procedures related to pediatric care.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records in compliance with hospital standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Pediatrics.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with quality incentives.
• Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• CME allowance.
• Retirement plan.
• Generous sign on and relocation bonus.

About Driscoll Children’s Hospital – Corpus Christi, Texas

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is a 243-bed pediatric tertiary care center with more than 30 medical and surgical specialties offering care throughout South Texas, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. Through the vision and generosity of its founder, Clara Driscoll, Driscoll Children’s Hospital opened in 1953, becoming the first free-standing children’s hospital in South Texas. In 2019, Driscoll had over 141,000 patient visits, including over 46,000 patients seen at South Texas’ first emergency room created exclusively for children.

About Corpus Christi, Texas

Corpus Christi is an excellent place to work, live, play, and invest.  Enjoy living in a dynamic coastal city with miles of beautiful beaches, world-class hunting, fishing, sailing, and windsurfing.  Our mild climate allows for year-round outdoor family activities such as golf, cycling, and tennis.  The cost of living is very low, and there is no state income tax! 

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Email: CPSST.Recruitment@dchstx.org
Direct Line: 361-694-5906

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is a 243-bed pediatric tertiary care center with pediatric specialists representing 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties offering care throughout South Texas, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. Through the vision and generosity of its founder, Clara Driscoll, Driscoll Children’s Hospital opened in 1953, becoming the first, and remains the only, free-standing children’s hospital in South Texas with the first emergency room created specifically for pediatrics.

Corpus Christi, Texas is a wonderful place to work, live and play.  Enjoy living in a dynamic coastal city with miles of beautiful beaches, world-class sailing and windsurfing.  The mild climate allows for year-round outdoor family activities such as golf, cycling, and tennis.  The cost of living is low, and there is no state income tax.