Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatrician Needed in New York

Our client in NY seeks a Pediatrician for a 77-day assignment, focusing on part-time, 24-hour inpatient call. The schedule typically involves one week per month, from 7 am Monday to 7 am Monday, managing both newborns and pediatric inpatients. This role requires a Physician to provide essential care and support within an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 24-hour inpatient call coverage, one week per month (7 am Monday to 7 am Monday).
• Manage patient mix including newborns and pediatric inpatients.
• Oversee nursery patients, up to 10 daily.
• Handle pediatric unit patients, up to 6 daily.
• Address newborn consults (3-4 daily) and pediatric consults (1-2 daily).

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Pediatrics
• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• EMR: Epic
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: Inhouse call, 24-hour inpatient call (7 am Monday – 7 am Monday), one week per month
• Patients per Day: Nursery – up to 10 daily, Pediatric unit – up to 6 daily
• LOA: 77 Days
• Staffing Mix: MOA, OAA, LPN and PM support

Benefits

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