Pediatric Hospitalist (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Role: Pediatric Hospitalist (MD/DO) – Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient pediatric hospitalist coverage
• Location: Oxford, Mississippi
• Start: ASAP
• Schedule: Flexible 12-hour day or night shifts
• Patient volume: ~18–20 patients per day
• EMR: Epic

Description

Ongoing locum tenens pediatric hospitalist coverage is needed in Oxford, Mississippi. The provider will manage inpatient admissions and rounding, evaluate and treat hospitalized pediatric patients, and coordinate discharge planning. Shifts are available for both days and nights with 12-hour coverage.

Responsibilities

• Pediatric inpatient admissions and rounding
• Evaluation and management of hospitalized pediatric patients
• Newborn and pediatric care as appropriate
• Coordinate care with nursing and ancillary staff
• Participate in patient discharge planning and follow-up recommendations

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active Mississippi Medical License at time of presentation
• Active DEA at time of presentation
• PALS certification required
• NRP certification required
• One year of experience preferred; candidates with less experience may be considered

Benefits

• Flexible day or night scheduling
• 12-hour shift structure
• Ongoing assignment stability
• Epic EMR platform