Healthcare United is seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist for a newly created position in East Central Illinois, targeting a January 2027 start. This opportunity features an outstanding block schedule of approximately 5 days on / 10 days off, providing exceptional work-life balance while delivering inpatient pediatric care within a supportive regional health system with an active emergency department and newborn service.
The incoming physician will join a collegial pediatric team in a family-centered community with strong specialty backup. Candidates seeking generous time off, meaningful inpatient pediatric practice, and a hospital that invests in its programs will find this to be an outstanding opportunity.
- Provide inpatient care for pediatric patients from admission through discharge
- Attend deliveries and provide newborn resuscitation as needed (NRP required)
- Manage newborn nursery care and pediatric admissions from the emergency department
- Support emergency department pediatric consultations
- Coordinate care transitions with outpatient pediatricians and specialists
- Collaborate with nursing and ancillary teams on pediatric quality initiatives
- Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation
- Deliver family-centered, quality-driven care
Requirements
- MD or DO degree required
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
- Eligible for or active Illinois medical license; January 2027 availability
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available
Benefits
- Expected base salary range $250,000 – $300,000+
- Approximately 5 on / 10 off block schedule with generous time off
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- CME days plus annual CME allowance
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- Retirement/pension plan and paid malpractice coverage
If you are seeking a collegial practice with excellent support and resources, contact Healthcare United today.
Skills Required
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
- Eligible for or active Illinois medical license and availability to start January 2027
- Authorization to work in the U.S.; employer does not provide visa sponsorship
What We Do
Healthcare United is a nationwide physician recruiting and healthcare staffing firm. It connects hospitals, medical groups, private practices, clinics, and other healthcare organizations with permanent physicians and advanced practice providers. The company supports employers through recruiting and hiring, while helping providers find suitable long-term roles, including specialty and early-career opportunities. Its mission emphasizes responsive, expert permanent full-time recruitment support for healthcare organizations.
