Pediatric Hospitalist - Locum Tenens Coverage

About the role

This is an inpatient Pediatric Hospitalist position in a 200-bed facility with dedicated pediatric and nursery services, supported by ER and hospitalist staff. The role involves on-site work and continuous call responsibilities, emphasizing quality patient care in a structured coverage environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rounds on pediatric inpatients and nursery patients during 24-hour shifts.
• Provide night call coverage from a hotel.
• Manage a caseload of 3-6 pediatric and 6-9 nursery patients.
• Perform procedures such as high-risk deliveries and C-sections.
• Provide continuous availability for call duties with prescriptive authority.

Requirements

• Board certification in pediatrics (mandatory).
• Experience with high-risk deliveries and C-sections (preferred).
• Ability to handle inpatient pediatric cases and nursery care.