Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / California / Locum tenens / Physician - Pe

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting May 7, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts, from 8 am to 8 am, focusing on rounding and providing on-call coverage for a diverse range of pediatric and neonatal cases, including high-risk deliveries and stabilization for transport.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 24-hour call coverage with daily rounding from approximately 8:30 am to 11 am, transitioning to out-of-house call.
• Manage a robust nursery in a rural setting, often serving as the sole pediatrician for consults.
• Demonstrate strong delivery room skills, including NRP certification, airway management, and the ability to perform emergency umbilical lines in both L&D and the NICU.
• Handle cases, focusing on stabilization for transport, accounting for potential weather delays and facility proximity.
• Attend high-risk deliveries, typically 2-3 per week.
• Care for 3-5 normal newborns and 1-3 high-risk newborns daily, including growing premies and those requiring respiratory support.
• Admit uncomplicated and stable pediatric patients with common conditions such as dehydration, pneumonia, and asthma.
• Manage neonates, including stabilizing and preparing them for transport to higher-level facilities, primarily Oakland and Santa Rosa.
• Note: Cases typically involve infants down to 32 weeks gestational age, with transfers for younger or more complex cases.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Required in Pediatrics
• EMR: Epic

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.