Pediatric Hospitalist Physician
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Job Description
Why Join Us
Children's Hospital of Michigan has been a cornerstone of pediatric care since 1886 — the first and largest children's hospital in the state, and consistently ranked among America's best by U.S. News & World Report.
As a proud member of the Detroit Medical Center, you'll practice alongside a 20+ physician hospitalist division that has grown from a two-provider team into a fully developed, fellowship-trained program.
This is a chance to do meaningful work at a nationally recognized institution that is actively shaping the future of pediatric medicine through groundbreaking research and training.
Position Highlights
- Pediatric Hospitalist opportunity with the Division of Hospital Medicine at Children's Hospital of Michigan
- Block schedule — 13 blocks per year with vacation, holiday, and conference time built in
- Shifts range from 8 to 13 hours; approximately 50% of hours fall on weekends and holidays
- Clinical duties include floor rounding, Observation Unit day and night shifts, Evening SWAT shift, Newborn rounding at Hutzel Hospital, and circumcisions
- Patient census of 15–25 inpatients per team, varying by season
- Nurse Practitioners work alongside attendings in the Observation Unit
- Active 2-year Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship Program with current fellows on staff
- Division established since 2003–2004; now staffs all General Pediatric inpatient floor teams, Observation Unit, and Newborn team
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
- Board eligible or certified in Pediatric Hospital Medicine
- Board eligible or certified in Pediatrics or Med-Peds (will be considered)
- Proficiency in newborn resuscitation and delivery care
- Ability to perform circumcisions and lumbar punctures
- Eligible to obtain licensure in the state of Michigan
Why Detroit
Detroit is a city in the middle of a compelling comeback — a dynamic mix of industrial legacy, world-class arts, and a cost of living that gives you genuine quality of life.
The Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and a nationally celebrated food and restaurant scene anchor a cultural life that punches well above the city's reputation.
Outdoor enthusiasts have easy access to the Detroit River, miles of bike and hiking trails, and dozens of surrounding lakes for water sports. Families benefit from strong schools, respected universities, and an affordable metro area that makes putting down roots here one of the best-kept secrets in the Midwest.
Tenet Physician Resources (TPR) provides the ability for physicians to focus on what matters most - compassionate care to the communities we serve - while we manage the day-to-day operations. TPR offers a wide range of opportunities for professionals to meet career expectations at every stage of life. Practices employ physicians, medical assistants and administrative staff to work in environments with advanced medical equipment, robust data and technology.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive pediatric inpatient care, including floor rounding, Observation Unit shifts, and newborn care at Hutzel Hospital. Manage a patient census of 15–25 inpatients per team and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and fellows.
Requirements
Candidates must be board eligible or certified in Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine and eligible for Michigan licensure. Proficiency in newborn resuscitation, delivery care, circumcisions, and lumbar punctures is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 68% have no call, 20% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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