Pediatrician Per Diem Job ID 1724080
5 days ago
Hialeah
Job Description HSA and Florida Physician Group Role: Pediatrician Location: Fort Lauderdale, South Florida Practice: Florida Physician Group/Hialeah Hospital Position Overview Florida Physician Group, a member of HSA Hospitals (Hospital Systems of America), is seeking a Pediatrician to join our pediatric services at the hospital in South Florida. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high-quality clinical team in a well-established hospital and ambulatory setting with a strong commitment to patient-centered, family-focused care, clinical excellence, and physician support. About hospital The hospital is an acute care facility dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the South Florida community. The pediatric service provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents across inpatient and outpatient settings. Hospital highlights include: • Dedicated pediatric inpatient and newborn care capabilities, as applicable., • Integrated outpatient clinics focused on preventive care, chronic disease management, value-based care and acute pediatric illness., • Multidisciplinary support includes nursing, social work, care coordination, and ancillary services., • Strong emphasis on vaccination, preventive health, and community outreach. Key Responsibilities • Conduct well‑child visits, including developmental surveillance, immunizations, anticipatory guidance, and school/sports clearance., • Evaluate and manage acute illnesses and injuries in pediatric patients in clinic and, when applicable, inpatient settings., • Diagnose and manage chronic pediatric conditions (e.g., asthma, obesity, ADHD, diabetes) and coordinate care with pediatric subspecialists., • Provide newborn hospital care, including admission, daily rounds, and discharge, as applicable to the practice setting., • Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication usage, and follow‑up plans., • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure appropriate coding and regulatory compliance., • Participate in call coverage, after‑hours phone triage, and/or inpatient coverage as assigned by the department., • Support quality‑improvement initiatives, vaccination campaigns, preventive‑care outreach, and population health efforts., • Collaborate with nursing, social work, case management, and ancillary services to address psychosocial, developmental, and care‑coordination needs., • Comply with hospital bylaws, departmental policies, and professional practice standards., • Perform other pediatrics‑related duties as requested in support of the pediatric program and institutional mission. Qualifications & Skills • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with completion of an ACGME‑accredited Pediatric residency., • Board eligible or board certified in Pediatrics., • Current, unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility) and DEA registration., • Current BLS and PALS certification; NRP certification as required for newborn care., • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment., • Strong commitment to patient-centered, family-focused, high-quality pediatric care. Competencies • Strong knowledge of pediatric growth, development, and behavior across infancy through adolescence., • Excellent communication skills with children, adolescents, and families, including the ability to provide clear education and anticipatory guidance., • Ability to manage a diverse pediatric panel, prioritize urgent issues, and maintain efficiency in a busy clinical setting., • Commitment to family‑centered, culturally sensitive care and continuous professional development. Compensation & Benefits • Highly competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and pediatric practice scope., • Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:, • Paid Time Off (PTO)., • CME allowance and support for continuing education., • Medical, dental, and vision insurance., • Retirement plan options., • Malpractice insurance coverage., • Supportive leadership with long-term career growth and program development opportunities. Why South Florida? Fort Lauderdale offers an exceptional quality of life: • Year-round sunshine and warm climate., • World-class beaches, boating, and outdoor recreation., • Vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scene., • No Florida state income tax., • Easy access to Miami, Palm Beach, and international airports.