Pediatric Hospitalist
Updated 12/13/25
Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Physician
Pediatric Hospitalist
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician – Pediatric Hospitalist (NICU)
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Silver Spring, MD
• Service Setting: Acute Care Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: July 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025 (Potential to extend)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 24-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (preferred); 12-hour shifts may be considered
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Neonates
• Patient Volume/Census: 22–24 NICU patients
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included
• Case Mix: Level 3 NICU, High Frequency Ventilation, Nitric Oxide, Simple Surgeries (e.g., hernia repair)
FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Cerner
• Specialty Backup Available: Two neonatologists during the day, one at night
• Support Staff Available: Neonatologists, nursing staff
• Reason for Coverage: Scheduled locum support
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 45–90 days
• Credentialing Timeline: 45–90 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Intubations
• Umbilical lines
• Neonatal resuscitation
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Active MD license or IMLC
• NRP
• Level 3 NICU experience within the past three years
• Pediatric Hospitalist experience in NICU setting
• Board Certification: Neonatology
• Other Qualifications: Proficiency with Cerner EMR
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient care to neonates in a Level 3 NICU setting
• Perform neonatal procedures including intubation and placement of umbilical lines
• Collaborate with neonatology team to ensure continuity of care
• Document clinical activities using Cerner EMR
• Participate in simple neonatal surgical procedures as required
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