RWJBarnabas Health is a Pediatric Hospitalist for Jersey City Medical Center

RWJBarnabas Health, New Jerseys largest integrated health care system, is currently seeking a 0.7FTE  Pediatric Hospitalist to join the Department of Pediatrics at Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC) in Jersey City, NJ. This opportunity offers a dynamic hospital setting with a commitment to education, collaboration, and quality pediatric care.

Position Overview:

The Pediatric Hospitalist will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of pediatric inpatient care, with a focus on resident education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical excellence.

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $100,000 to $300,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct clinical rounds and provide bedside teaching to resident staff.
• Ensure appropriate and timely follow-up of labs, imaging, and communication between care teams and families.
• Review and oversee all pediatric admissions and resident documentation for accuracy.
• Provide thorough sign-out to incoming hospitalists and ensure smooth patient transitions.
• Serve as a liaison between resident staff and attending pediatricians when needed.
• Manage care for patients whose pediatricians are not on staff and arrange appropriate follow-up.
• Oversee newborn nursery and attend deliveries when needed.
• Respond to pediatric consultations and emergency codes throughout the hospital.
• Maintain timely and complete documentation for billing and compliance purposes.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• NJ licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• Prior hospitalist experience or pediatric inpatient care preferred

How to Apply:

To learn more about this position and other opportunities throughout New Jersey and with RWJBarnabas Health, please contact Melissa Fairley, Physician Recruiter, at 

Melissa.Fairley@rwjbh.org