Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatrician Needed in AZ

  • ID: 223016A
  • Updated September 16th, 2026

  • Job ID 223016A
  • Job Title Physician - Pediatrician
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Pediatrics
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State AZ
  • Practice Setting Outpatient Clinic
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Pediatrics for a 120-day assignment in Arizona, commencing Dec 7, 2026. The role involves a comprehensive range of pediatric services, encompassing outpatient clinics, inpatient care, newborn care, ED consultations, and delivery coverage, on a full-time rotating schedule. Our client is looking for a skilled professional to provide exceptional care in a dynamic environment.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide outpatient pediatric care for common ailments such as cold, cough, flu, respiratory issues, minor injuries, physicals, vaccinations, and medication management.
  • Manage inpatient pediatric cases, including neonatal fever, UTI/pyelonephritis, dehydration, SSTI, asthma exacerbations, and pneumonia.
  • Deliver newborn care and provide delivery coverage.
  • Conduct emergency department consultations.
  • Assist in determining appropriate transfers to outside facilities for higher-level care.
  • Support nurse triage and coordinate follow-up for patients transferred to outside hospitals or NICUs.
  • Manage patients requiring HFNC up to a maximum of 2LPM/kg (max 30LPM) for respiratory distress.


Additional Information

  • Board Certification in Pediatrics is required.
  • The EMR system utilized is RPMS.
  • Work will involve both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • The schedule includes a rotation of 4-5 weeks of full-time outpatient care and 1 week of full-time inpatient care.


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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