Pediatric Intensivist - Pediatrix

Overview:

 

Pediatric Intensivist - Children's Hospital - Palm Beach County - Florida

Responsibilities:

 

Pediatrix® Medical Group seeks a BC/BE pediatric intensivist to join our team at Palms West Hospital in Palm Beach County, FL.

 

• Palms West Hospital is an HCA facility, the largest private health system in Florida
• 24-bed pediatric floor with a 10-bed PICU; the NICU and newborn nursery is managed by our affiliated neonatology practice
• Full fledged children's hospital with well represented sub-specialty service including an active hematology/oncology program with COG membership
• Includes an active pediatric sedation program
• Academic affiliation with a pediatric residency program with opportunities to mentor, teach and train pediatric residents
• 4-physician Pediatric Intensivist team providing 24/7 coverage of the PICU, 4-physician team of Pediatric Hospitalists providing coverage of the peds floor
• Schedule of one week on and one week off with flexibility to cover both the PICU and the peds floor
• Rounding in hospital with call from home, there is also a call room available 
• Located in Loxahatchee, a western suburb of West Palm Beach, the area is ranked on best places to live and boasts to be the winter equestrian capital of the world 

About Palms West Hospital:

• Palms West Hospital is part of HCA Hospitals, the largest private healthcare system in Florida
• 204-bed acute care facility has been providing services in this western Palm Beach community for over 30 years
• Offers a wide range of specialty services, including a full service children's hospital and a Level III NICU, staffed by our affiliated neonatology practice
• Recognized by The Joint Commission, along with multiple other accreditations and awards  
• The hospital sponsors a pediatric residency program and hosts rotating residents from several other HCA programs and partner medical schools

West Palm Beach Fast Facts:

• Known for some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with clear blue waters, white sandy shores and countless opportunities for surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking and boating
• Home to a diverse population with a wide range of cultures, cuisines and traditions
• Thriving food scene, offering everything from fresh seafood to international cuisine
• Bustling nightlife scene with plent  y of bars, clubs and restaurants that are open late
• The perfect shopping destination, with many high-end boutiques, department stores and shopping centers
• An abundance of family-friendly activities, such as the Palm Beach Zoo, the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium and the Norton Museum of Art
• Relatively affordable cost of living compared to other major cities in Florida, despite its luxurious reputation
• A short drive from other popular Florida destinations, including as Miami, Orlando and Fort Lauderdale
• Year-round warm weather, the average high is 83 F and low is 68 F, with 234 sunny days, perfect for those who enjoy basking in the sun and outdoor activities

Qualifications:

• BC/BE Pediatric Intensivist

Benefits and Compensation:

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package with many locations offering sign on bonuses and relocation.

 

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

 

• Health Insurance including prescription drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term disability options
• Employee stock purchase program – 15% discount*
• 401k with company match**
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over

About Us:

 

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

 

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.