Locum Tenens Pediatrician needs in CA!
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Pediatrics
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice Outpatient
Location California, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 2/13/25
Facility City & State:
Northern CA
Facility Type:
Hospital affiliated clinic
Provider Profession Needed:
MD/DO
Specialty:
Pediatrics
Start Date:
4/3/2025
End Date:
3/8/2026
Length of Assignment:
1 year
Credentialing Timeframe:
Credentialing turn time expected at 60-90 days
Work Schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (8a - 4:40p)
Patient Volume:
Average of 18 patients per day
Procedures:
• Consult with patients to determine appropriate treatment courses
• Recommend and order diagnostic tests to evaluate illnesses
• Monitor lab results and medication adherence
• Prescribe treatments, therapies, medications, and vaccinations to prevent or treat illnesses
• Explain procedures, test results, and treatment plans to patients and families
• Refer patients to medical specialists as necessary
• Represent the practice in hospital committees, ensuring equitable meeting attendance among physicians
• Collaborate with and manage APPs to enhance patient care
EMR:
Cerner
License Needed:
CA
Certifications Needed:
MD/DO
• Board-certified in Pediatrics
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California
APP
  • Current Physician Assistant licensure by the State of California Physician Assistant Examining Committee and Board Certified.
    OR Current California licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and Board Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
  • Current AHA or equivalent certification in CPR.
  • Maintains a current DEA license for schedule 2 drugs and above.
  • Maintains a current Furnishing Number for medications
Relevant Experience/Skill Set Needed:
Out-patient pediatrics
Other additional pertinent information:
• Proven experience in a pediatric primary care setting
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment