Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Pediatric Hospitalist Needed in OH

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Assistant for a 72-day assignment in Ohio. This full-time role encompasses 12-hour day shifts, approximately 24 shifts per month (6am-6pm). The clinician will focus on rounding and admissions for general inpatient pediatric patients, managing conditions like asthma, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and seizure disorders, and will collaborate closely with a Pediatric Hospitalist.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide rounding and admissions for general inpatient pediatric patients.
• Manage conditions including asthma flare-ups, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and seizure disorders.
• Work 12-hour day shifts (6am-6pm).
• Round on approximately 5-15 pediatric patients daily, typically around 8.
• Handle an average of 4-7 pediatric admissions daily.
• Collaborate with an on-staff Pediatric Hospitalist.
• No newborn care responsibilities.
• No procedures required.
• No ER consults are expected.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC)
• Other Required Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Epic
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: No Call
• Patients per day: ~15 per day
• LOA: 72 Days
• Staffing Mix: 10 Pediatric Hospitalists. Peds CC, Peds EM, Neonatology on back up. Full specialty back up from the children's hospital staff.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities