Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatrician Needed in CA

  • ID: 210344
  • Updated September 29th, 2025
  • Job ID 210344
  • Job Title Physician - Pediatrician
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Pediatrics
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting
  • Duration 23 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Pediatrician for a 23-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Oct 20, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday through Friday daytime schedule, with the Pediatrician serving as the sole doctor in the office and seeing up to 18 patients per day.

Job Details
  • Location: California
  • Start Date: Oct 20, 2025
  • LOA: 23 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Pediatrician
  • Schedule:
  • Monday–Thursday: 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Friday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Closed on Thanksgiving and Black Friday
  • Assignment dates: Oct 20–24, Oct 27–31, Nov 21, Nov 24–26, Dec 1–5, Dec 8–12

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Serve as the sole Pediatrician in the office
  • Provide general pediatric care to patients
  • See up to 18 patients per day
  • Perform patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatments
  • Maintain accurate patient records
  • Ensure compliance with all clinical protocols and standards

Additional Information
  • Board certification in Pediatrics required
  • California medical license required
  • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification required
  • No schedule flexibility; assignment dates are fixed

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

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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