Neonatologist Locum Opportunity – Mt. Pleasant, SC

Updated 9/01/26
$315.00 – $350.00 hourly
South Carolina, South Carolina, United States
Physician
Neonatology
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Academic/Training Program
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description

We are seeking a Neonatologist for an ongoing locum opportunity in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, beginning December 2026. This position offers approximately 7–10 24-hour shifts per month, combining in-house Level II NICU coverage with call and telehealth rounding at affiliated facilities.

Assignment Details

  • Start: December 1, 2026
  • Ongoing until a permanent physician is hired
  • 7–10 shifts per month
  • 36 guaranteed hours
  • FTE backfill coverage

Schedule

  • 24-hour shifts
  • Approximately 8–10 hours in-house
  • Remaining hours on call
  • 30-minute response time while on call
  • Call coverage throughout the 24-hour shift

Practice Setting

  • Neonatology
  • Level II NICU
  • In-person Neonatology coverage
  • Telehealth rounding at three additional facilities
  • Additional coverage includes two Level II facilities and one Level I facility
  • No trauma responsibilities
  • Academic medical center experience not required

Support Staff

  • APP coverage onsite 20 hours per day
  • APP support available seven days per week

Responsibilities

  • Provide in-person Neonatology care
  • Manage Level II NICU patients
  • Provide telehealth rounding at affiliated facilities
  • Provide call coverage during the 24-hour shift
  • Maintain a 30-minute response time while on call

Requirements

  • MD or DO
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible within five years
  • Neonatology fellowship required
  • Active South Carolina medical license
  • Epic experience required
  • MUSC Submission Checklist required with submission
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Job Description