Medical Director, Pediatric Acute Care VS
Job at a glance
Job description
Our client, a reputable healthcare organization specializing in pediatric acute care, is hiring a Medical Director, Pediatric Acute Care to lead their dedicated clinical team. This vital role demands a dynamic physician with strong leadership capabilities and an active clinical background in pediatric intensive care.
As Medical Director, Pediatric Acute Care, you will oversee the clinical operations across four pediatric units, ensuring high-quality patient care and effective team management. You will serve as a key clinical resource, mentor and educator to Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and participate directly in complex patient discussions, especially with the most critically ill children. This role involves balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical involvement, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative environment for staff and families. The schedule is Monday through Friday with no on-call requirements, and administrative duties typically encompass four days per week.
Job Responsibilities
Act as a clinical resource for NPs, overseeing care for vent-dependent and critically ill children.
Mentor and educate clinical staff, including NPs and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in family discussions, advocate for staff, and manage difficult conversations with sensitivity.
Oversee clinical decision-making, triage, and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain active involvement in patient care to support clinical excellence.
Ensure compliance with facilities policies and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Proven experience managing critically ill pediatric patients, ideally in a similar facility.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and mentor clinical staff.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience working with NPs, including managing vent-dependent pediatric populations.
Knowledge of Point Click Care or similar EMR systems is preferred.
Working Hours
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunity to lead a specialized pediatric healthcare team.
Potential housing arrangements for clinicians relocating.
No on-call requirement, with a focus on work-life balance.
Skills
Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.