PEDIATRIC HOSPITALIST

7-On/7-Off Schedule | Partnership Track | Live in St. Louis or Southern Illinois

Looking for a sustainable pediatric career with exceptional work-life balance, manageable volumes, and future ownership potential?

Private Practice is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatrician to join its established Pediatric Hospitalist team.

This is an outstanding opportunity to practice inpatient pediatrics and newborn care in a supportive environment while enjoying a highly desirable block schedule and a pathway to future practice ownership.

Opportunity Highlights

• 7-on/7-off schedule

• No outpatient clinic responsibilities

• Level II Nursery with 1,000+ annual deliveries

• Average daily newborn census of approximately 7-8 patients

• Weekday NP rounding support

• EPIC EMR

• Onsite Emergency Department and anesthesia support

• Access to St. Louis pediatric specialty and telemedicine resources

• Higher-acuity newborns transferred to tertiary care centers in St. Louis

• Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income

• Partnership eligibility after three years

Lifestyle Flexibility

One of the unique advantages of this position is location flexibility.

• Live in Mount Vernon and enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a family-friendly community.

• Live in the St. Louis metro area and commute during your service week while enjoying all the amenities of a major metropolitan city.

• Housing accommodations can be discussed for physicians who prefer to stay locally while working their scheduled week.

With a true 7-on/7-off schedule, many physicians appreciate the ability to enjoy significant personal time, travel, and flexibility throughout the year.

Why Pediatricians Love This Practice

• Focus exclusively on inpatient pediatrics and newborn care

• Predictable schedule with half the year off

• Supportive clinical environment with manageable patient volumes

• Strong hospital resources without the pressures of a large academic center

• Rare opportunity to become a future practice owner

• Excellent quality of life for physicians and families

This is a terrific opportunity for pediatricians seeking long-term stability, autonomy, and an outstanding work-life balance while caring for newborns and pediatric patients in a collegial setting.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

To schedule a call with me (Alex Knight), click here.