Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatrician Needed in VA

  • ID: 222711A
  • Updated October 10th, 2026

  • Job ID 222711A
  • Job Title Physician - Pediatrician
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Pediatric Hospitalist
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State VA
  • Practice Setting Health System
  • Start Date 10/20/2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician for an engaging 30-day assignment in Virginia, commencing on Oct 9, 2024. This role involves urgent coverage from 7:00 am Oct 9th through 7:00 am Oct 16th, followed by ongoing sporadic needs for 4-8 shifts per month. Responsibilities include 24-hour out-of-house pediatric hospitalist call coverage, rounding in the nursery, attending deliveries and C-sections, and performing various procedures.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide 24-hour out-of-house pediatric hospitalist call coverage.
  • Conduct rounding in the nursery.
  • Attend deliveries and C-sections.
  • Perform circumcisions.
  • Perform umbilical venous catheter (UVC) and umbilical arterial catheter (UAC) procedures.
  • Perform lumbar punctures and chest tube insertions.
  • Suture minor lacerations.
Additional Information
  • Required Board Certifications: Pediatrics
  • EMR System: Meditech EHR
  • Other Required Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Setting: Inpatient
  • Call Schedule: Out of house call
  • Patients per day: 2-3
  • LOA: 30 Days
  • Staffing Mix: 4 RNs, 1 MA, 1 Office Staff
Benefits
  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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