Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is a well-established financially stable multi-specialty provider group looking for a Per Diem Pediatric Hospitalist interested in an opportunity and to BE A PART OF THE EXCITING FUTURE OF PEACEHEALTH.

Physician will be responsible for care of children admitted to PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center in Springfield, Oregon. We have a dedicated 16 bed pediatric unit in a beautiful, modern facility completed in 2008. There is a busy normal newborn service with about 2,500 deliveries a year. We have a Level 3 NICU with 24 hour coverage by Neonatologists. Attendance at high risk deliveries is provided by a resuscitation team and Neonatologist. Pediatrician does cover some admits to NICU for intensive observation or level 2 acuity neonates. 

Complex patients are transferred to PICU in Portland if needed. Telemedicine consultation is available 24 hours with PICU. Credentialing for moderate sedation is required. Attendance at weekly hospital case conference is expected. Weekend coverage averages 1-2 weekends/month. Night call is required.

We offer the unique opportunity to practice Pediatrics Hospitalist with an outstanding group, a highly competitive pay system, full malpractice coverage, relocation assistance, great benefits and much, much more.

PeaceHealth encourages personal growth and patient centered care. If you are looking for a career in health care that engages your heart and spirit as well as your mind, I would like to talk with you. To learn about PeaceHealth visitwww.peacehealth.org.

Eugene is the second largest city in Oregon and is just 90 minutes south of Portland. Also called the 'Emerald City' the city resides in the south end of the Willamette Valley, near the confluence of the McKenzie and Willamette rivers. The city’s official slogan “A Great City for the Arts and Outdoors,"truly reflects the diverse breath of events in arts and a host of outdoor activities. If you have always wanted big city amenities with small town feel, Eugene is the place for you. Here a few highlights: 

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