Pediatric Hospitalist
At a glance
About this assignment
Pediatric Hospitalist Locum Tenens | California
Provider Details:
- Specialty: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
- Job Class: Locum Tenens
- Provider Type: Physician
- Provider Credentials: MD/DO
- Board Status: Board Eligible or Board Certified
- Number of Positions: 2
Shift Details:
- Estimated Start Date: November 1, 2026
- Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule:
- October: 15-19, 30-Nov 2
- November: 20-22
- December: 4-7, 10-14, 17-20, 31
- Schedule Details: 100% Inpatient 24-Hour Beeper Call (6:00 AM – 6:00 AM)
- Procedures:
- Neonatal airway management (including intubation)
- Management of neonatal air leak / pneumothorax (including needle decompression)
- Emergent UVC placement in the delivery room
- UVC / UAC line placement
- Lumbar puncture
- EKG interpretation
- Certifications Needed: Relevant certifications for neonatal procedures
- Patient Population/Case Load: Approximately 80% NICU / 20% Pediatrics
- Case Mix: NICU care down to 32 weeks, newborn resuscitations, and management of 32-week preemies and up
- Preferred Skills: Ventilator management and neonatal chest tube insertion
Additional Information:
- License: An active California state license is required.
- Willing to License: No
- Estimated Privileging Timeline: 30-60 days
We are seeking dedicated and skilled Pediatric Hospitalists to join our team in California. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians who are passionate about neonatal and pediatric care. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this locum tenens position, we encourage you to apply.
Day to day
Is Hospital Stroke Certified?: Yes Practice Setting: Inpatient
Practice details
- Not solo coverage
- Shift pattern: 24 Hour Call
- Setting: 100% Inpatient 24-Hour Beeper Call. 6:00 AM – 6:00 AM (24-hour shifts).
Case mix
- Practice Setting: Inpatient
- Non-neonatal central lines are not performed. Invasive pediatric procedures (e.g., pediatric intubations and chest tubes) are typically handled by ED physicians or Anesthesia.
- Required Procedures:
Call
Call Type: Beeper Avg Call # per 24 Hr: Call Response Time Required: 20-30 minutes Phone Consults: n/a Call Ratio: n/a Patients Seen: n/a Call Back %: n/a Admissions: n/a Locums Call is For: Both
Dates & schedule
OCT: 15-19, 30-Nov 2 NOV: 20-22 DEC: 4-7, 10-14, 17-20, 31 *Note: October blocks are conditional based on temp privileges (candidates should assume an 11/1 start expectation).*
Licensing & requirements
- Active state license required
- Estimated privileging: 30-60
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification
- PALS certification
Other details
Seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist with strong Neonatology experience OR a Neonatologist who is comfortable treating general pediatric patients.
Apply for this role
Your details go straight to a physician-led recruiter against reference JOB-02987.