Career Center

The Hospital Medicine Division of Children’s National Hospital (CNH) has exciting opportunities for Pediatric Hospitalists to join a dynamic team that serves children in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.  We are one of the largest divisions in the country and care for patients at 7 hospitals across the region.  Our sites vary in their scope of patient care and there is flexibility with the open positions to work at one or a combination of the sites below.   

Children’s National Hospital, Washington, DC – Is ranked #5 in the nation and #1 in Newborn Care. Provides clinical coverage of several services lines throughout the hospital, including academic teams, complex care, perioperative care, orthopedic co-management, telemedicine follow-up, and more. Faculty appointment is available through George Washington University.

Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA – Provides 24/7 in-house coverage at an affiliated community hospital.  Clinical coverage includes a 10-bed pediatric unit, a newborn nursery (~1800 deliveries/year), and pediatric consultations as needed in the ED.

Stafford Hospital, Stafford, VA – Provides 24/7 in-house coverage at an affiliated community hospital.  Clinical coverage includes a newborn nursery (~1200 deliveries/year), a 6-bed Level II NICU, deliveries, and pediatric consultations as needed in the ED.  Telemedicine and transport support by the Neonatology group at Mary Washington and/or Children’s National Hospital.

Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, MD – Provides 24/7 in-house coverage at an affiliated community hospital.  Clinical coverage includes a 6-bed pediatric unit, a newborn nursery, and pediatric consultations as needed in the ED.

Hospital for Sick Children, Washington, DC – Provides clinical coverage at our post-acute and rehabilitation facility near Children’s National Hospital with a multi-disciplinary team.  Clinical responsibilities include the care of premature infants, feeding difficulties, heart and lung diseases, ventilator-dependency, rehabilitation after traumatic injuries, wound care, IV therapy and other medically complex health conditions.

Applicants should have excellent communication and leadership skills, interest in evidence-based care and process improvement and enjoy working collaboratively with families and others on the healthcare team.  The open positions provide opportunities to teach learners, participate in process and quality improvement, and expand your scholarly career.  You’ll work with amazing colleagues and enjoy a flexible shift schedule with excellent benefits. 

Join us in the DMV!  All sites are within an hour’s drive of the vibrant city of Washington DC, a great place to live with a variety of options for lifestyle and recreation. In addition to numerous art museums, galleries, theatres and restaurants, DC has easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the beaches of the Eastern Shore. The climate is mild with warm summers and snowy winters, along with beautiful falls, springs, and notably the renowned Cherry Blossoms.  Uniquely, as the home to the US government, DC offers numerous opportunities to be involved in advocacy work. DC is close to 3 major airports and easily accessible to NYC, Boston, and Philadelphia by car/train.

Children’s National Health System is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

Interested applicants, please email your CV and cover letter to:

Lisa Parks-Balogun, Senior Physician Talent Acquisition Consultant,

Email:  Lisa.Parks-Balogun@childrensnational.org  | Phone:  240-531-6632