Pediatrics Physician

ProLocums; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pediatrician to join their team in a dynamic hospital setting. This role involves providing critical clinical support during deliveries, C-sections, and caring for newborns in a Level II NICU. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatrics, be board-certified, and possess an active PA license. You will work solo, managing cases independently while supervising residents. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young patients and their families while enjoying a flexible schedule that includes weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Active PA License required.
• 3+ years of experience in Pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support for deliveries and C-sections.
• Supervise residents and attend high-risk deliveries.

Skills

Pediatrics

C-sections

Clinical support

Emergency procedures

Patient supervision

Education

MD or DO

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Tools

Cerner

Epic

Job description

Specialty: Pediatrics

Start date : ASAP

End Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023

Coverage type: Hospital arrangement

Approximately (1) weekend per month. Weekend shift starts 0700 Friday mornings thru Monday at 0700 (1) 24-hour shift/wk x 3 weeks. To provide clinical support coverage/service to deliveries, C-sections, round on newborn nursery, Level II NICU, IP Pediatric beds for newborn to 18 years. Schedule/Shift times: Hospital Call . Client is looking for 3 separate 24 hours shifts per month in addition to the one weekend per month. They are planning to spread out the 3, 24hr shifts throughout the month rather than a 3 day stretch.

SHIFT/SCHEDULE INFORMATION

24hr Call: Fri-Mon 7a-7a

JOB INFORMATION

Typical Day: Possible 7:30 am C-section. Round with family practice residents on nursery, Level 2 NICU, and floor patients at 9:30-10:00 am. Approximately 6 Nursery, 2 Level 2 NICU, and 2-3 floor patients per day on average. Midnight ADC 9-10. Supervise circumcision with residents. Attend all high-risk deliveries including C-sections. Take calls for transfers and see ED consults as needed. On call will include responsibility to attend all high-risk deliveries, precept as needed via phone with residents, and come in for any decompensating patients, emergencies, or procedures. While on call, takes triage pages for pediatric patients.

Trauma Level: III

Procedures: Circumcisions

Other Specialties Onsite: ENT will consult for some pediatric cases. Ortho trauma and Acute Care Surgery will admit some children based on comfort level. May ask pediatrics to admit due to trauma regulations.

Provider Will Work Solo

No APP/Mid Level Coverage

AVG Admissions While on Call: 2 (0-4/5)

EMR: Cerner and Epic

Privilege Type: Full

Time to Credential: 90 Days

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Active PA License

Board Status: Board Certified

Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPR, NALS, PALS

Minimum Years Experience (if applicable): 3