Locum Tenens Pediatric Call Coverage Opportunity in Scenic Oregon!

If you're a passionate Pediatrician seeking a locum tenens opportunity, we have an exciting position for you in the picturesque state of Oregon. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. Here are the comprehensive details:

Position Overview:

• Shift: Embrace the flexibility of a 24-hour call with 8 hours dedicated to rounding.


• Setting: Join a dedicated team in an Inpatient Level II nursery, fostering an environment focused on delivering exceptional pediatric care.


• Duties: Serve as the Attending Physician for Inpatient Pediatrics and ED Consults. Your responsibilities will include rounding on inpatient pediatrics and newborns in the Family Birth Center. Additionally, you'll be instrumental in stabilizing and transferring critically ill patients.


• Full-Time Equivalent (FTE): Commit to a FTE, providing you with a comprehensive and engaging work experience.


• Required Procedures: Utilize your expertise in lumbar punctures, intubations, and umbilical lines as part of your essential duties.


• EMR System: Navigate efficiently through the Patient Keeper EMR system, ensuring seamless integration with Meditech.

Additional Facility Insights:

• Ward Capacity: The facility boasts an 18-bed ward, with a significant portion of your responsibilities centered in the Level 2 Nursery.


• Birth Attendance: While not required to be present for births, your role will involve examining and treating neonates post-delivery.


• Call Back: Enjoy minimal call-back duties, allowing for a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.


• Peds Unit Overview: The 6-bed Pediatric unit maintains an average daily census of 2 patients, ensuring a focused and manageable workload.


• Call Requirements: Your commitment involves a 24-hour on-call shift, with approximately 5-6 hours spent on clinical care per day, providing ample time for teaching and additional responsibilities.

Submission Requirements:

• Board Certification: Mandatory for consideration, either as a requirement or eligibility within 0-5 years after residency completion.


• Licensing: Hold an active Oregon medical license at the time of submission, showcasing your commitment to compliance.


• Certifications: Maintain active certifications in ACLS, BLS, PALS, DEA, and Neonatal Resuscitation.


• Availability Disclosure: Essential to provide details on the number of shifts you can commit to per month, ensuring efficient scheduling.


• Background Check: A clean malpractice and background history is highly preferred, reinforcing your commitment to quality care.


• Local Preference: While not mandatory, preference will be given to local candidates who can seamlessly integrate into the community.

Certification Requirements:

• ACLS.


• BLS.


• Board Certified.


• Board Eligible.


• DEA.


• PALS.

State License Requirements:

• Oregon.

Embrace the opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community while enjoying the natural beauty and outdoor activities that Oregon offers. This locum pediatric call coverage position provides a unique chance to blend professional fulfillment with the enriching experiences of a vibrant state.

Job ID: j-198864