Physician - Pediatric Critical Care

Opportunity:

Physician (MD) - Pediatrics - Critical Care Medicine

Job Details:

• Provide critical care coverage in an 8-bed pediatric department seeing 8-12 patients per shift
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• Board certification required with minimum board certification eligibility accepted
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• Fellowship training required (3 years)
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• BLS and PALS certifications required
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• Level 2 trauma facility with Level 2 pediatric designation
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• Required to manage non-invasive and invasive ventilation for both newborn and pediatric patients, including familiarity with nitric oxide (iNO) and ECMO
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• Perform and manage procedures including intubation (ETT/NT) for newborns and pediatrics, central line insertion, arterial line insertion, and PA catheter insertion
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• Perform umbilical venous catheter (UVC) and umbilical arterial catheter (UAC) placements
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• Conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tube insertion, and needle pneumothorax decompression
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• Perform conscious and deep sedation, bronchoscopy with bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), and exchange transfusions
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• Manage ICP evaluation, ICP monitor placement, and hemodialysis catheter placement
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• Provide temporary pacemaker management and evaluation and management of acute volume and blood pressure issues
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• Perform X-ray and EKG interpretation, suturing of minor lacerations, circumcisions, and swallow studies

Facility:

This facility is a well-established hospital serving the Fort Wayne community and surrounding region with a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services. The pediatric critical care unit is equipped with 8 beds and operates as a Level 2 pediatric and trauma center, providing advanced care for critically ill and injured children. The facility maintains high standards of clinical excellence and supports a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Location:

Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne is Indiana's second-largest city, offering a vibrant blend of cultural attractions, dining, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community at an affordable cost of living. With easy access to Fort Wayne International Airport and a thriving arts and entertainment scene, it is an excellent destination for both short-term locum assignments and long-term living.