Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Pocatello, ID

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist Location: Pocatello, ID Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position Medical Director – Pediatric Hospitalist – Portneuf Medical Center, Pocatello, ID Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho, is seeking a qualified and experienced Pediatric Medical Director to lead our hospitalist program. This is a rare opportunity to provide clinical and administrative leadership at a well-established facility renowned for quality patient care and a collaborative work environment. Position Overview: The Pediatric Hospitalist Medical Director will oversee the pediatric inpatient services, coordinate clinical care, and lead a dedicated team of pediatric providers. The role involves clinical responsibilities, administrative leadership, and opportunities for academic collaboration, all within a supportive hospital setting. Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive medical care for pediatric patients admitted to the hospital. Lead and supervise a team of hospitalist physicians and advanced practice providers. Consult on pediatric cases in the emergency department and manage surgical patient cases as needed. Collaborate with the sister program at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (30 minutes away) for specialty consultations and interdisciplinary coordination. Participate in hospital committees, quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety efforts. Facilitate staff training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development for clinical team members. Maintain compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and licensing requirements. Opportunities to hold a faculty appointment with Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. Qualifications: Board Certification in Pediatrics. Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience in a hospital or comparable healthcare setting. Proven pediatric clinical expertise with excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to lead, motivate, and influence multidisciplinary teams. Strong organizational and administrative capabilities. J1 visa sponsorship accepted; candidates must be eligible for licensing in Idaho. Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off schedule with hospital rounds, primarily based at Portneuf Medical Center. On-call responsibilities from home, providing flexibility and work-life balance. Benefits and Career Development: Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications; salary expectations welcome at interview. Relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Comprehensive health insurance plans including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage. Life, short- and long-term disability insurance. Support for continuing medical education and leadership development programs. Leadership advancement opportunities within the hospital and health system. Professional liability insurance coverage provided. Assistance with licensing and credentialing requirements. Employee Stock Purchase Program offering a 15% discount. Retirement plans including a 401(k) with company match. Additional benefits such as Long-Term Care (LTC), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), supplemental insurance plans, identity protection, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Location: Portneuf Medical Center, 777 Hospital Way, Pocatello, ID 83201, United States This position offers a rewarding leadership role with professional growth, competitive compensation, and an excellent quality of life in the scenic and friendly community of Pocatello. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to become a pivotal part of our hospital’s pediatric care team. Benefits Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicableaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a