Pediatric Hospitalist

Location: Mattoon, Illinois

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Inpatient

Schedule: ~5-On / 10-Off Block Schedule | Flexible Inpatient & Call Rotation

An esteemed, physician-led healthcare organization in Central Illinois is in search of a Pediatric Hospitalist to join the dedicated inpatient pediatric team in Mattoon, Illinois. This position offers a unique lifestyle schedule (~5-on / 10-off block model) and provides top-notch inpatient pediatric care in a supportive community environment. Responsibilities include comprehensive clinical coverage for pediatric inpatients, rounding on well newborns, and supporting neonatology services for Level II nursery care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct inpatient medical management for pediatric admissions, nursery care, and Level II neonatology patients
• Conduct routine newborn examinations and manage specialized care for infants requiring neonatology support
• Attend high-risk deliveries and perform neonatal resuscitations as required by hospital and clinical protocols
• Provide pediatric consultations for the Emergency Department and surgical service lines
• Stabilize acute or critically ill pediatric and neonatal patients, coordinating transfers to tertiary pediatric medical centers when appropriate
• Perform daily inpatient rounds, manage admissions and discharges, and ensure clear handoffs to outpatient primary care pediatricians
• Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation and participate in clinical quality and safety initiatives

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited US medical school or international equivalent (MD or DO)
• Completed an ACGME-accredited Pediatrics residency; Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license (or eligible for state licensure prior to start)
• Mandatory Certifications: Active Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required; active DEA registration, Illinois Controlled Substance License (CSR), and PALS
• Strong clinical comfort level with neonatology, Level II nursery protocols, and attending high-risk deliveries
• Available for a January 2027 start date

Benefits:

• $100,000 sign-on bonus forgiven over four years of service
• Competitive long-term retention bonuses
• $6,000 annual CME allowance, dedicated CME days, and 100% coverage for professional state license fees and renewals
• Up to $15,000 in relocation assistance
• Fully paid medical malpractice insurance with complete tail coverage
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance plans
• Competitive retirement plan with employer-funded contributions

Note on Compensation: The listed range is tentative and will be determined based on candidate qualifications, clinical experience, board certifications, and alignment with department models. Contact us for more details.