Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatric Hospitalist Needed in California

Our client in CA is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist to begin a 15-day assignment. This role involves 24-hour out-of-house call, including morning rounds for newborns, NICU, and pediatric units. The Physician will perform intubations, UAC, UVC, thoracentesis, and manage inpatient admissions and discharges across ER, OB, and a NICU.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct 2 hours of rounding in the morning for newborns, NICU, and pediatric unit patients.
• Provide 24-hour out-of-house call coverage.
• Perform procedures including intubation, UAC, UVC, and thoracentesis.
• Cover inpatient cases in the ER, OB, and NICU.
• Manage patient admissions and discharges.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Pediatrics
• Other Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Cerner
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: Out of House Call
• Patients Per Day: 3-4 nursery, 0-4 pediatric, 2-7 NICU
• LOA: 15 Days
• Staffing Mix: One other pediatrics provider on schedule

Benefits

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