Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Neonatal in California

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Neonatal MD in California! About The Position We are seeking a Neonatologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This critical role involves 24 / 7 coverage with 24-hour shifts, demanding a quick response to neonatal intensive care needs, particularly in a NICU setting. Job Details Location : California Start Date : Dec 1, 2025 LOA : 120 days Provider Type Needed : Neonatologist Schedule : 24-hour shifts, including out of house call with a 30-minute response time Responsibilities and Duties Provide comprehensive neonatal care in a NICU Manage daily patient care activities, including assessments and treatments Participate in the management of a low volume NICU with an average daily census of 0.7 Handle procedures as required Deliver care for high-risk deliveries, comprising 10-12% of annual deliveries Additional Information Board certification in Neonatology or Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required Must be licensed to practice in California Prior experience with Epic EMR systems preferred Multiple positions available, with a firm start in December 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. LI-SC1 1654762EXPPLAT About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.