Locum Critical Care Job in CA | Low-Volume ICU, Days Plus Call

A facility in California needs a locum tenens intensivist for a low-volume ICU, working days plus call. The unit averages fewer than five patients a day.

About the Assignment

• Shifts: You'll work 8-hour day shifts Monday through Friday and take night call.
• Weekend call: Weekend call is covered by telemedicine.
• Commitment: You'll need to work at least one week a month.
• Requirements: You'll need a California license.

Location and Lifestyle

California packs coastline, farm valleys, mountains, and desert into one state, so the scenery changes quickly. On your days off, you can camp at one of California's state parks.

About Interim Physicians

Ken Teufel, MD, founded the company that became Interim Physicians in 1979, a year after selling a solo family practice in small-town Texas to cover for physicians who couldn't get away. Dr. Teufel served as medical director for 42 years and was one of the founding fathers of locum tenens. The standards Dr. Teufel set still decide which physicians Interim presents to a facility.

Interim staff members average 14 years with the company, so the recruiter who places a physician is the same one who calls about the next assignment. Clinicians and facility clients have rated Interim 9 or 10 out of 10 often enough to earn ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Diamond award.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the facility located?

In California. Your recruiter will share the facility name and exact location once you've talked through the assignment.

How busy is the ICU?

The average daily census is fewer than five patients.

What are the hours?

Day shifts run 8 hours, Monday through Friday, plus night call. Weekend call is by telemedicine.

How much do I need to work?

At least one week a month.

Do I need a California license?

Yes, you'll need a California license.