Pediatric Hospitalist job in Dothan AL

Pediatric Hospitalist job in Dothan AL

Dothan, AlabamaPosted 10d agoattending physician
~$305,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 20 physicians · state cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

PediatricsFull-timeWeek on/week off · Call from home; week on/week off schedule

Overview

Location
Dothan, Alabama
Schedule
Week on/week off · Call from home; week on/week off schedule
SalaryDr Signal range
$290k – $335k

20 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Hospital-based · Regional referral center

Role summary

Pediatrix Medical Group seeks a Pediatric Hospitalist Medical Director at Southeast Health in Dothan, AL for a leadership role managing a 6-bed pediatric inpatient unit and ED consults with a week on/week off call-from-home schedule (26 weeks off annually). The 420-bed regional referral center offers competitive compensation with sign-on bonuses available, comprehensive benefits, academic opportunities with osteopathic medical education, and subspecialty support.

What the posting highlights

  • 2 Pediatric Hospitalists staffing model covering 6-bed inpatient floor and ED consults
  • Care setting: Primarily inpatient (6-bed pediatric floor); ED consults; no nursery call OR NICU coverage
  • Patient population: Pediatric patients in 6-bed inpatient unit; serves population of 600,000+ across southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and Florida Panhandle
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$290k–$335k · $305k median
$285kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$340k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$290k – $335k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
20 recent physician reports · state cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Bonus / incentives
Sign-on bonuses available at many locations
PTO
26 weeks

Benefits named in the posting

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Life and Disability insurance
  • Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAs
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Some benefits provided at no cost
Physician-reported total comp$290k–$335k · $305k median
$285kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$340k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 20 recent, approved physician reports (state cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Pediatrix & Obstetrix

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Hospital-based
Facility type
Regional referral center
Beds
420
Patient population
Pediatric patients in 6-bed inpatient unit; serves population of 600,000+ across southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and Florida Panhandle
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Alabama
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Hospital-based

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Work Design

Schedule
Week on/week off
Call burden
Call from home; week on/week off schedule
Patient volume
6-bed pediatric inpatient floor; ED consults
Inpatient / outpatient
Primarily inpatient (6-bed pediatric floor); ED consults; no nursery call or NICU coverage
Coverage model
2 Pediatric Hospitalists staffing model covering 6-bed inpatient floor and ED consults
Admin burden
Leadership role as Medical Director
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
6 days ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
75%

Full description

Pediatric Hospitalist Medical Director Opportunity Near Emerald Coast Beaches - Week On/Week Off - Call from Home Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist to lead our established program at Southeast Health in Dothan, AL. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with a flexible schedule, strong hospital support, and a vibrant community to call home. Why This Role Stands Out Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a week on/week off schedule with call from home-you'll be off 26 weeks per year. Modern Facilities: A brand-new Pediatric Suite (6 beds) opened in 2023, with plans to expand to 8 beds. Prime Location: Just an hour from the Emerald Coast beaches and surrounded by a low cost of living. Your Role at a Glance Staffing Model: 2 Pediatric Hospitalists Schedule: Week on/week off, call from home Coverage Includes: 6-bed inpatient pediatric floor ED consults No nursery call or rounds -NICU coverage is separate Subspecialty Support: Pediatric Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Cariology, and Pediatric Gastroenterology in town, but no inpatient coverage Adult Ortho and Adult surgery are available for some toddlers and adolescents in the inpatient unit Access to UAB subspecialists consults by phone Academic Opportunities: Collaborate with the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine Engage with a growing GME program at Southeast Health About Southeast Health A 420-bed regional referral center, Southeast Health serves over 600,000 residents across southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle. Since 1957, it has been a cornerstone of community health, driven by innovation, compassion, and a commitment to excellence. Why You'll Love Dothan Affordable Living: Low housing costs and property taxes Southern Hospitality: A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere Outdoor Lifestyle: 19 parks, 6 public pools, 47 tennis courts, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches Convenient Travel: Regional airport with Delta service Community Charm: A perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern amenities Ready to Lead? Let's talk about how you can grow your career and make a difference with Pediatrix Medical Group. BC Pediatrics Previous leadership experience preferred Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation. Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU. We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families. Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.