Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Tennessee / Locum tenens / Pediatric Hospitalist - Tennes[...]

Barton Associates; Tennessee; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a locum tenens position in Tennessee. This exciting opportunity involves a 20-day assignment with 24-hour shifts, where you'll be responsible for daily patient rounds and providing care in a level 2 nursery. Ideal candidates will have a Tennessee medical license and board certification in Pediatrics, along with experience in pediatric hospital medicine. Enjoy competitive compensation and travel expenses covered while making a significant impact in pediatric care. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge in a collaborative environment, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Travel Expenses Covered

Medical Malpractice Insurance

Dedicated Recruiter for Future Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric hospital medicine required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Daily rounding on 2-3 pediatric patients.
• Provide 24-hour on-call coverage and coordinate care.

Skills

Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Team Collaboration

Education

Tennessee Medical License

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Tools

Medhost EMR

Job description

Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Tennessee / Locum tenens / Pediatric Hospitalist - Tennessee Job

We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a locum tenens position at a hospital in Tennessee. This 20-day assignment spans from May 29 to June 8 and June 28 to July 6, 2025, with 24-hour shifts from 7 am to 7 am. The ideal candidate will be comfortable covering a level 2 nursery and providing 24-hour on-call coverage.

Responsibilities include:

1. Daily rounding on 2-3 patients
2. Using the Medhost EMR system
3. Providing coverage for a level 2 nursery
4. Performing 24-hour on-call duties

Additional responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat pediatric inpatients
• Coordinate care with healthcare professionals
• Communicate effectively with patients' families
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Ensure compliance with regulations
• Collaborate with staff
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Participate in staff meetings or case conferences

Requirements:

• Tennessee medical license
• Board certification in Pediatrics
• Experience in pediatric hospital medicine
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Comfortable with 24-hour shifts and on-call duties

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Travel expenses covered
• Medical malpractice insurance
• Dedicated recruiter for future opportunities

Note: Locum tenens jobs are temporary contract roles that help fill care gaps at healthcare facilities. They can range from a week to over a year and often include options for extension. Qualifications are similar to permanent roles, with added flexibility and pay benefits.