Lead with purpose: shape the future of pediatric emergency medicine in Turnersville, New Jersey. This is an opportunity for a pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physician or pediatrician with EM experience (ABP/AOBP) to lead our team at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department (PED) in Turnersville, New Jersey, a commutable distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Our team of pediatric emergency medicine (EM) physicians and pediatricians at TeamHealth Jefferson Washington Township Hospital State provide care in a state-of-the-art hybrid pediatric emergency department.
Opportunity Overview:- Board certified ABP-PEM, ABP, AOBP, active/pending New Jersey license, CDS, DEA, PALS, ACLS
- EMR: Epic
- 5,565 annual volume for pediatrics
- 24 hours pediatric emergency physician coverage per day
- 20 hours of APC coverage in the main ED, they will see lower acuity pediatric patients if not busy in the main ED
- Adult EM physicians to assist with advanced airway and critical care
- Low acuity pediatric patients with the highest acuity ESI Triage Level I
- 4% admission rate
- 8 pediatric inpatient beds/manage pediatric patients until discharge
- Admit 1-2 inpatient per day with an average 1-2 day stay
- CHOP, Nemours, St. Chris PICU and Cooper Hospital PICU pediatric specialists for consults and transfers
- Medical students and PA students rotate through pediatric ED along with family medicine, orthopedic, and podiatry residents from Jefferson Health Teaching affiliate with Rowan University
Apply today and join TeamHealth Jefferson Washington Township's pediatric emergency medicine team! California Applicant Privacy Act:
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Position offers W-2 employee status
Competitive compensation and night differential
Medical director stipend
Relocation assistance
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Full-time status includes medical, dental, vision, Rx, 401k, and retirement plan
12-hour shift times
Flexible schedulingCommunity-focused care
Offering a full range of care services to Washington Township and the surrounding areas, Jefferson Washington Township Hospital is a 180-bed facility located in southwestern New Jersey near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Washington Township Hospital is a part of Jefferson Health, an extensive care network throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Recognized for its innovation and clinical excellence, Jefferson Health Hospitals are often ranked among the nation's best.
Convenient location
The Turnersville/Washington Township area of New Jersey is conveniently located between Philadelphia and Atlantic City, and it is considered to be one of the fastest growing areas in the state. It is a family oriented area with outstanding educational, recreational, and social activities.
