Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Hospitalist in Washington

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About The Position

A hospital in Washington is seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a 10-day locum tenens assignment starting on 07 / 18 / 2025. This role involves providing 24-hour call coverage for urgent needs, with initial dates from July 18th to 21st (with possible extension to July 22nd) and December 23rd to 29th. Additional dates from September to November are to be determined. The physician will be responsible for rounding in a nursery each morning, attending C-sections and routine deliveries, and covering ER call for pediatric admissions. The position requires comfort with managing newborns, handling occasional pediatric consults, and working in a facility with strong nursing support and 24 / 7 OB coverage.

Job Details :

Location : Washington

Facility Type : Hospital

Start Date : 07 / 18 / 2025

LOA : 10 days (with potential for additional dates)

Provider Type Needed : Physician (Pediatric Hospitalist)

Schedule : 24-hour call coverage

Job Responsibilities and Duties :

• Provide 24-hour pediatric hospitalist coverage
• Conduct daily rounds in nursery, managing 1-3 newborns on average
• Attend C-sections and routine deliveries
• Manage pediatric ER consults and admissions (4-7 per month on average)
• Coordinate transfer of complex or high-risk cases
• Collaborate with nursing staff and on-call OB physicians
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation
• Ensure high-quality patient care and safety
• Adapt to working in a new facility with modern amenities
• Stay current with best practices in pediatric hospital medicine

Additional Information :

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What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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