Pediatric hospitalist

Job description

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pediatric Hospitalist for a locum tenens opportunity. The physician will provide inpatient pediatric care including admissions, daily rounding, patient management, and discharge planning. Responsibilities may also include attending high-risk deliveries and providing newborn nursery coverage, depending on facility needs.

The ideal candidate is comfortable managing common acute pediatric conditions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and working independently in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities:
• Provide inpatient pediatric care and consults
• Manage admissions, rounding, and discharges
• Stabilize and assess pediatric patients as needed
• Attend deliveries (if required by facility)
• Document care accurately and timely in EMR

Requirements:
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active state license (or willingness to obtain)
• DEA and BLS/PALS certifications
• Strong clinical and communication skills

Travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage are provided.

• Flexible schedule options (7 on/7 off or custom block scheduling)
• Competitive compensation + malpractice with tail coverage
• Travel, lodging & credentialing support provided