The Department of Pediatrics at Stamford Hospital seeks a Board Certified Per Diem Pediatric Hospitalist to join the team. The incoming Pediatric Hospitalist will oversee care of hospitalized pediatric patients as well as provide some Well Baby Care in the nursery. The Pediatric Hospitalist service also offers consultation to attendings in the Department of Pediatrics and Family Medicine and occasional back up in the NICU for deliveries. The physician will also provide teaching and medical consultation as necessary for the Department of Surgery and Family Medicine residents as well as Physician Assistant students. Stamford Hospital has a 10-bed inpatient pediatrics unit with an average daily census of 6-7. We have 36 beds in the well-baby nursery and a robust delivery service. Our Emergency Department has a separate Pediatrics E.R. Unit with 8 state-of-the-art beds, and we are staffed with Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians until 10 pm daily. The ideal candidate is B/C with Pediatric Hospitalist experience, with excellent communication skills and the desire to provide patient and family-centered care. Highlights: • Per Diem, 24-hour shifts, 8AM-8AM; Ideally 2-3 shifts per month. Minimum one weekend shift per month. Some holiday coverage required. • Renovated Pediatrics Unit in 2023 • Only hospital in region with a dedicated Ped ER Stamford Hospital Awards: • “A” Grade for safety from the Leapfrog Group • Top ratings from Medicaid/Medicare services for overall care • Awarded Magnet Status by American Nurses Credentialing Center • Affiliation with Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons Stamford is the fastest growing city in CT. We are accessible to NY via car and train, with a non-stop train into Grand Central Terminal. Housing options are abundant, with new high-rise apartments in downtown and by the water at Harbor Point, a revitalized young community. Additionally, we offer desirable suburban neighborhoods with top-rated public and private schools. Stamford and the surrounding towns offer a broad array of restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities. Interviews are being scheduled now!!! If interested, please send your CV to Josie Aviles at [email protected] Pay rate = $140/hour