Pediatric Hospitalist

Job DetailsDescriptionOverviewCome practice where others vacation. Nestled between Aspen and Vail, Glenwood Springs offers year-round outdoor adventure, a vibrant community, and the rare opportunity to build a meaningful pediatric practice while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.Valley View Hospital is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatrician to join our integrated pediatric program serving families across Western Colorado.Position OverviewThis opportunity is structured within our Inpatient Weighted (IPW) model, designed for pediatricians who enjoy acute pediatric care, newborn medicine, and hospital-based responsibilities.Physicians in this model spend the majority of their clinical responsibilities working as a pediatric hospitalist covering the normal newborn nursery, level 2 nursery, and a small inpatient pediatric service at Valley View Hospital, while very occasionally participating in pediatric outpatient clinic to maintain continuity and team support.You will join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality pediatric care within a sustainable, physician-centered practice environment.This Role Is Ideal For a Pediatrician Who ValuesInpatient pediatric and newborn medicineAcute care and hospital-based practiceWorking within a flexible, team-oriented pediatric modelCompensation & Benefits$270,000–$300,000 base salary (commensurate with experience)Bonus opportunity based on partner-developed quality criteriaSign-on/commencement bonus and relocation supportComprehensive benefits package including retirement and CME supportLeadership and program development opportunities availableProgram HighlightsIntegrated pediatric model combining inpatient with occasional outpatient careCollaborative physician and APP teamPhysician-led independent health systemStrong referral relationships and regional specialty accessOpportunity to help shape and grow pediatric inpatient servicesWhy Valley ViewIndependent, mission-driven health system serving as a regional healthcare hubCulture grounded in collaboration, quality, and physician engagementLeadership that values physician voice and innovationOpportunity to build a meaningful, community-centered practiceLife in Glenwood SpringsWorld-class skiing (Aspen, Vail)Hiking, biking, rafting, and fly fishingNatural hot springs and vibrant mountain-town cultureExcellent schools and a family-friendly communityQualificationsBoard Certified or Board Eligible in PediatricsCurrent PALS and NRP certificationsCurrent competency and experience in caring for well and sick newborns and pediatric inpatientsWillingness to cover occasional outpatient clinic shiftsCommitment to family-centered, relationship-based careInterest in rural/community healthcare deliveryWe welcome all qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States, but we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship.APPLICATION SUBMISSION END DATEThis position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.