Pediatric/Newborn Hospitalist Physician

The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia is recruiting a Pediatric/Newborn Hospitalist (open faculty rank) to join its dynamic and diverse Pediatric department. The position offers a unique opportunity for Pediatric clinical care with resident and medical student education in both the Perinatal newborn unit and inpatient settings. Responsibilities on the inpatient service include direct patient care as the attending physician for the Einstein inpatient team at a free standing 188-bed children's hospital with access to all subspecialists and a Pediatric ICU. Inpatient newborn care will be at Jefferson Einstein Medical Center in the perinatal newborn unit. Medical education of residents and students is prioritized at both patient care settings. No delivery attendance or overnight shifts are required. Ideal candidates will display a passion for teaching residents and medical students and an interest in contributing to the department's scholarly activity through research, curriculum development and quality improvement. Applicants should be open to a commit to the institution's culture of inclusion and mission of service. We offer opportunities for faculty development, as well as advocacy with an emphasis on addressing healthcare disparities and advancing health equity for our underserved population. 

The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment with the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. 

Requirements:

• MD/DO or foreign equivalent 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active PA license or eligible to obtain by time of appointment
• Previous inpatient experience is preferred

Applicants from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in medicine are encouraged to apply. 

Please send CV and cover letter to Robert L. Bonner Jr., MD, Chair, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, 5501 Old York Road, Paley 1 Peds Admin, Philadelphia, PA 19141. Email: robert.bonner2@jefferson.edu 

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