Locum Tenens Physician - Pediatrician Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking a Pediatrician for a 73-day locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Oct 6, 2025. This role involves 4 days of office coverage per week from 8am to 5pm, with additional responsibilities including 2 weeknights and a 1:3 weekend call rotation. The successful candidate will handle newborn care in a nursery and manage urgent pediatric conditions.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Oct 6, 2025
• LOA: 73 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pediatrician
• Schedule:
• Office hours: 8am-5pm, 4 days per week
• 2 weeknights of call per week
• 1:3 weekend call rotation from AM Friday - AM Monday

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide care in an office setting, attending to at least 18 patients per day
• Participate in the newborn care team in a Level 1 nursery
• Respond to deliveries and cesarean sections
• Perform circumcisions, intubations, and manage ventilators as needed
• Stabilize and prepare sick newborns for transport to tertiary care facilities
• Maintain accurate patient records using the Epic EMR system

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Pediatrics
• Must be licensed to practice in New York
• Certifications needed: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

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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