Pediatric Hospitalist (Full-Time)

The Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is looking for a full-time Pediatric Hospitalist to join our academic program. 

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is a large academic health center and the only Level 1 pediatric and adult trauma center located in the South Bay of Los Angeles County. It serves 1.5 million individuals. It has a 25-bed general pediatric unit, 8-bed PICU, Levels 2 and 3 NICU, pediatric emergency department, and the full range of pediatric subspecialties. We serve a socioeconomically diverse patient population in Los Angeles County. 

Our faculty contribute to our mission through quality improvement, medical education, clinical service, research, and advocacy. We are known for teaching excellence in the areas of pediatric hospital medicine and newborn medicine, as well as for teaching our future doctors to empower families and communities. 

 We have a full-time Physician Specialist position available. Clinical responsibilities include the provision of hospital care to infants, children, and adolescents on the pediatric ward and newborn nursery, co-management of pediatric sub-specialty and surgical patients, and attendance at high-risk deliveries. In addition to direct patient care, supervising and teaching fellows, residents, medical students, and supporting staff is essential. There are administrative, quality improvement, and scholarship opportunities in trauma-informed care, medical education, and implementation of ward and nursery workflows. 

 Candidates must have an MD/DO degree and be BC/BE in Pediatrics. Experience in the delivery room at high-risk deliveries is essential. The ideal candidate will also have completed a PHM fellowship or have at least two years of experience as a pediatric hospitalist, possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and will have a background and passion for quality improvement. 

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Faculty appointment is with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Adjunct appointments in the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health are available to qualified candidates. Harbor-UCLA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity in employment.  

Please send your CV and cover letter to Dr. Chien-Rong Chen at CChen3@dhs.lacounty.gov.  

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