A Pediatric Hospitalist Is Wanted for Locums Help in California

About the role

This locums neonatology assignment features 24‑hour beeper call shifts (6 am to 6 am) with a 20–30 minute call response time. The patient mix is approximately 80% NICU (down to 32‑week gestation) and 20% pediatric. Ongoing coverage opportunity.

Schedule

• 24‑hour beeper call shifts — 6 am to 6 am
• Call response time: 20–30 minutes
• Ongoing coverage opportunity

Responsibilities

• Newborn resuscitations and management of 32‑week preemies and up
• Neonatal intubation, UVC/UAC placement, central line placement, lumbar puncture
• Needle decompression and neonatal air leak management
• Ventilator management and chest tube insertion (preferred)

Requirements

• Neonatal intubation
• UVC/UAC placement
• Central line placement
• Lumbar puncture
• Needle decompression
• Neonatal air leak management
• Ventilator management (preferred)
• Chest tube insertion (preferred)

Benefits

• Negotiated pay deposited weekly
• Complimentary housing and travel
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• Simplified credentialing and privileging process
• Access to online portal for assignment details and time entry
• Dedicated recruiter handling every detail

Pay

Hourly rate: $125.00 – $150.00. Ranges are estimates affected by critical need, experience, qualifications, and other factors. Rates are all‑inclusive, combining base pay with potential earnings such as overtime, call, and holiday pay. Contact your consultant for details.