The Reading Hospital and Medical Center is currently seeking experienced pediatric hospitalists to join our team and help build our pediatric hospitalist program. Our pediatric hospitalists will have responsibility for providing high-quality medical care to pediatric patients admitted to our inpatient and observation units and our emergency department.

Our newly renovated pediatric unit offers 23 private rooms which feature plasma flat screen TV’s and Playstation 3. A bright cheerful playroom helps to entertain our patients and visitors. We offer 24-hour parent visitation and provide sleeping accommodations for 1 parent.

The typical work schedule will be 3 days on, 3 days off. Each shift will be twelve hours (7a to 7p or 7p to 7a). Rotations on night shift will occur every other month.

The ideal candidate will be BC/BE in Pediatrics and have recent experience as a pediatric hospitalist. Candidates must be comfortable performing pediatric procedures such as spinal taps, intubation and resuscitation. PALS and NRP certifications required.

The Reading Hospital and Medical Center is a not-for-profit healthcare center providing comprehensive acute care, post-acute rehabilitation, behavioral, and occupational health services to the people of Berks and adjoining counties. Established as The Reading Dispensary in 1867, the Hospital has since expanded into a leader in tertiary care for this region of Pennsylvania.

Our Medical Staff exceeds 730 physicians and allied health professionals in 53 distinctive specialty fields. The Reading Hospital’s employee family numbers more than 6,900 men and women in both clinical and support services, designating us the largest employer in the county. Whether their responsibilities include saving lives, opening hearts, eradicating cancers, replacing joints, restoring vision and mobility, bringing life into the world, or supporting the provision of care, our staff is committed to providing exceptional care seven days a week, 24-hours a day.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including health, professional liability and disability insurance, a generous time-off allowance, CME stipend, relocation assistance, and educational loan repayment programs. Berks County offers excellent schools, affordable homes, and many recreation and social amenities. The Reading Hospital and Medical Center is within driving distance of Philadelphia, PA, New York City, and Washington, DC.