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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly motivated and compassionate Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellow to join our dynamic pediatric hospitalist team. As a fellow, you will receive advanced, hands-on clinical training in the care of hospitalized children, including those with complex and acute medical conditions. You will work closely with experienced pediatric hospitalists, subspecialists, and multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to pediatric patients and their families. The fellowship offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes direct patient care, teaching, research, quality improvement, and leadership development. Fellows will gain expertise in managing a wide range of pediatric illnesses, coordinating care transitions, and leading family-centered rounds. You will also participate in educational activities, including case conferences, journal clubs, and simulation training. Research and scholarly activities are strongly encouraged, with mentorship available to support your academic interests. The ideal candidate is committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and scholarship, and demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Upon completion of the program, fellows will be well-prepared for a career as an academic or community pediatric hospitalist, with the skills necessary to advance the field of pediatric hospital medicine.
Responsibilities
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- Participate in family-centered rounds and multidisciplinary care planning
- Develop and implement evidence-based management plans for pediatric patients
- Teach and mentor medical students and residents
- Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Conduct and present scholarly research projects
- Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists and allied health professionals
- Participate in educational conferences and simulation training
- Document clinical care accurately and efficiently
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
Requirements
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- Completion of an ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program
- Eligible for medical licensure in the relevant state
- Demonstrated interest in pediatric hospital medicine
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Commitment to teaching and academic scholarship
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Interest in quality improvement and patient safety
- Willingness to participate in research and scholarly activities
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What interests you most about pediatric hospital medicine?
- Describe your experience caring for hospitalized children.
- How have you contributed to quality improvement or patient safety initiatives?
- What are your academic or research interests?
- How do you approach teaching and mentoring learners?
- Describe a challenging clinical case and how you managed it.
- How do you handle stressful or high-acuity situations?
- What are your long-term career goals in pediatric hospital medicine?
- How do you ensure effective communication with families?
- What do you hope to gain from this fellowship experience?