Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatric Hospitalist Needed in WA

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician for an immediate 20-day assignment in Washington, with specific urgent coverage needed from Nov 26, 2024 through Nov 30, 2024, and potential for ongoing part-time needs in 2027. This role involves 24-hour call, 7am-7am daily, covering deliveries, C-sections, pediatric consults, and rounding in the newborn nursery. Responsibilities include performing routine inpatient procedures such as intubations and A-lines.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 24-hour pediatric hospitalist coverage
• Attend deliveries and C-sections as needed
• Manage pediatric consults
• Conduct daily rounds in the newborn nursery (averaging 2-3 newborns)
• Handle emergency room call for rare pediatric admissions
• Lead Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) codes
• Perform routine inpatient procedures including intubations and arterial lines
• Coordinate transfers for complex or high-risk cases

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Pediatrics, Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association (AHA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Epic
• Setting: Call Only
• Call Schedule: Out of House Call
• Patients per day: 2-5 newborns on average, very rare pediatric admissions
• LOA: 20 Days
• Staffing Mix: 1 NP, 1 ER physician, additional NPs, RNs, and OBs with full support staff available on-call.

Benefits

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