Locum Tenens – Neonatologist

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Department: Neonatal Professional Services
Job Category: Locum Tenens
Start Date: January 1, 2026
End Date: July 1, 2026
Schedule: Full-time or Part time
Reason for Need: Vacancy coverage

Position Overview

We are seeking a locum tenens Neonatologist (MD/DO) to provide coverage at in Grand Junction, CO. This is a 6-month assignment supporting neonatal professional services, providing high-quality care in an established clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive newborn and neonatal evaluations using history, physical examination, and diagnostic tools.

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of neonatal conditions.

• Use a patient-centered approach to counsel families, answer questions, and explain care options.

• Accurately document care for continuity, quality, compliance, and billing standards.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and clinical oversight to the care team.

• Consult with colleagues and refer patients when clinically appropriate.

• Provide availability for patient visits, phone consults, electronic communication, and on-call duties per facility policy.

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts in quality, safety, and patient experience.

• Promote the mission, values, and vision of the Hospital.

• Perform additional duties as defined by specialty and the physician employment agreement.

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Compassionate and approachable working style

• High level of professionalism and reliability

• Respect for patient confidentiality

• Excellent clinical judgment

Qualifications

Education:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical or osteopathic school

• Completed residency and specialty training in Neonatology

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active medical license for the state of Colorado (or ability to obtain)

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatology

• DEA license (state-appropriate)

• BLS or ACLS per facility requirements (hospital: on hire; clinic: within 90 days)

Assignment Details

• Duration: 6 months (01/01/2026–07/01/2026)

• Schedule: Full-time, Part time

• Days: 5 days/week (8-hour days)

• Interview: Resume review + potential interview

• Credentialing: Updated CV, license, certifications required