Locum Tenens Physician - Hospitalist Needed in CA

Job Description

 We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a locum tenens position in California. This 60-day assignment, starting in September, requires coverage for 3-10 shifts per month, ranging from long weekends to 10-day stretches. The role involves rounding from 8:30 AM to 10:30/11:00 AM, followed by 24-hour out-of-house call. The ideal candidate will have strong delivery room skills, NRP certification, airway management expertise, and the ability to handle emergency umbilical lines in L&D and NICU. This position is crucial for managing a robust nursery in a rural area, with occasional case stabilization for transport.

Job Details:

Location: California

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 09/01/2025

LOA: 60 days

Provider Type Needed: Physician specializing in Pediatric Hospitalist

Schedule: 3-10 24-hour shifts per month

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage a nursery with potential case stabilization
• Attend high-risk deliveries (2-3 in a week stretch)
• Provide care for normal newborns and admit uncomplicated, stable pediatric patients
• Handle bread-and-butter pediatric cases such as dehydration, pneumonia, and asthma
• Manage high-risk newborns, including growing premies and those needing respiratory support
• Stabilize and manage neonates for transport to higher-level facilities
• Serve as the primary pediatric consultant for the facility
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system

Additional Information:

• Must be comfortable working in a rural setting with limited subspecialty support
• Experience with emergency umbilical lines in L&D and NICU required
• NRP certification is essential
• California medical license is required
• Opportunity for extension may be available

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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