Pediatric Hospitalist - 1099 Independent Contractor Opportunity

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Job Description

  • Pediatric Hospitalist - 1099 Independent Contractor Opportunity
  • Location: Bend, Oregon
  • Type: Per Diem | Independent Contractor (1099)
  • Schedule: Day, Swing, and Night Shift Coverage Available

Position Overview

St. Charles Health System is seeking experienced Pediatric Hospitalists to provide per diem inpatient pediatric coverage as independent contractors (1099) at St. Charles Bend Hospital. This opportunity is ideal for board-certified or board-eligible Pediatricians who enjoy caring for hospitalized children in a collaborative, family-centered environment and are seeking flexibility in their schedule.

The Pediatric Hospitalist examines, diagnoses, and treats acute and chronic medical conditions; develops treatment plans and manages patient health issues in accordance with established protocols; uses current evidence-based guidelines in creating diagnostic and treatment plans; provides compassionate care which addresses social determinants of health; and maintains accurate electronic health records and timely documentation.

Position Highlights

  • Independent 1099 contractor position
  • Flexible per-dem scheduling options
  • Day, swing, and night shift opportunities available
  • Competitive compensation paid per shift
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary care environment
  • State-of-the-art inpatient pediatric services
  • Epic electronic medical record platform
  • Scope of Work

The Pediatric Hospitalist will:

Provide inpatient pediatric hospitalist coverage for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents admitted to St. Charles Bend Hospital.

Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions utilizing evidence-based clinical practices.

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations including medical, surgical, developmental, psychosocial, and family histories.

  • Coordinate admissions, consultations, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborate with primary care providers, specialists, nursing staff, care management, and ancillary services to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Request specialty consultations as needed and participate in collaborative treatment planning.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and discharge planning.

Provide Newborn Care

  • Participate in emergency pediatric evaluations and stabilization when necessary.
  • Complete all required documentation in the electronic medical record in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives.
  • Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and health system requirements.

Schedule and Call Expectations

  • Coverage is provided through a combination of day, swing, and night shifts.
  • Day shifts are generally ten (10) hours in duration.
  • Weekday swing shifts are generally six (6) hours in duration.

Night coverage includes a minimum of six (6) onsite hours and eight (8) hours of off-site call coverage, with an average of 8-9 hours on-site each night.

Offsite call physicians must be available to return to the hospital for admissions, urgent patient care needs, or other clinical emergencies as needed with a 20-minute or less response time.

Scheduling is flexible and based on departmental coverage needs and contractor availability.

Requirements

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Successful completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency or combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
  • Active Oregon medical license or ability to obtain Oregon licensure
  • Active, unrestricted DEA registration
  • PALS certification

NRP Certification

  • Unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental healthcare programs
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet health system driving requirements
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently within a hospital-based practice

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two or more years of pediatric inpatient experience
  • Fellowship training or Board Certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine
  • Experience utilizing Epic electronic medical records
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Experience working in rural or community hospital settings

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for Pediatricians who value the autonomy of independent contracting while practicing in a collaborative, high-quality healthcare environment. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric care for the children and families of Central Oregon.

Interested providers are encouraged to submit their CV and availability for consideration.

Schedule Weekly Hours

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Caregiver Type

Temporary

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

  • Is Exempt Position?
  • Yes

Job Family

PHYSICIAN SCMG

Scheduled Days of the Week

Shift Start & End Time:

Key Responsibilities

The Pediatric Hospitalist will provide inpatient care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and emergency stabilization. They will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain accurate electronic health records.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosisEvidence-based medicineEmergency pediatric evaluationPatient stabilizationMultidisciplinary collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Hospitalist - 1099 Independent Contractor Opportunity at St. Charles Health System a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics — ranked against 730 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 50% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in pediatricsranked against 730 Pediatrics listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $275k (middle half $215k–$280k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingOregon index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Oregon19 active736 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 18% remote · 50% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedOregon Physician listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 16% offer loan repayment349 active listings, Nov 2026
Pediatrics hiring demand#9 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 45 days · 29% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 236 postings, 246 closed
New Pediatrics listings1,226 in the last 30 days760 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+6.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (730 Pediatrics listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Pediatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 730 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About St. Charles Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible per diem scheduling
Day, swing, and night shift options
Competitive per shift compensation
Epic EMR

Living in Bend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$692k
Typical market rent
$2,284/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.6
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Bend, OR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.