Medical Director - Pediatric Hospital Medicine Driscoll Childrens Hospital - Corpus Christi, Texas

The Driscoll Health Systems Division of Pediatric Hospitalist Medicine is seeking a Medical Director of Pediatric Hospital Medicine to lead and expand its dynamic team at Driscoll Childrens Hospital, a freestanding 243-bed tertiary care center in Corpus Christi, Texas.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and visionary physician to shape a high-impact program within a major pediatric referral center serving 33 counties across South Texas.

About the Role:

As Medical Director, you will:

Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Pediatric Hospitalist program. Guide and support a growing team of Pediatric Hospitalists in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. Oversee clinical operations and ensure optimal workflow, patient safety, and satisfaction. Develop and implement clinical policies, care protocols, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with hospital administration and pediatric subspecialists across a full range of services, including a 60-bed NICU, Pediatric ICU, Emergency Department, and surgical programs. Monitor and improve performance metrics, quality outcomes, and patient experience.

Candidate Qualifications:

Board-certified in Pediatrics; Subspecialty certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine strongly preferred. Minimum 5 years of Pediatric Hospital Medicine experience. Demonstrated success in clinical leadership, team development, and quality improvement. Eligible for an unrestricted Texas medical license. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

Highly competitive base salary with leadership incentives. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans with employer contributions CME allowance Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Ready to Lead Pediatric Hospital Medicine in South Texas?

Wed love to hear from you.

Email: CPSST.Recruitment@dchstx.org Direct Line: 361-694-5906