Locum Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

• Facility: Acute care hospital

• Start date: 12-07-26

• Assignment length: 13 weeks

• Schedule: Scheduled, no call; standard 4 (12-hour) shifts; 07:00–19:00 flexible

Description

Provide inpatient pediatric hospitalist coverage in an acute care hospital with scheduled, no-call shifts. You will manage patient care from admission through diagnosis, treatment, and discharge planning, coordinate with specialists and the multidisciplinary team, and document thoroughly in the EMR. You will also respond to emergencies and perform procedures such as intubations and central lines when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hospitalized patient care from admission through diagnosis, treatment, and discharge planning

• Ensure continuity of care by collaborating with other healthcare professionals

• Coordinate with specialists for complex cases

• Conduct daily rounds to assess progress, update plans, and address new concerns

• Document patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Perform procedures (e.g., intubations, central lines) at facilities without designated critical care coverage

• Communicate with patients and families about diagnoses and treatment plans

• Respond to emergency situations with immediate medical intervention

• Collaborate with case managers and social workers to plan safe and effective discharges

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Residency training in internal medicine or family medicine (ACGME or AOA accredited)

• Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine (ABIM or AOBIM)

• Active and unrestricted Washington medical license

• Current ACLS

• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive transparent locum pay ($185/hr – $205/hr)

• Flexible scheduled shifts and no-call coverage

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing support

• Dedicated application and assignment support