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Pediatric Hospitalist Physician - Santa Rosa, California
Updated 11/14/25
95405, Santa Rosa, California, United States
Physician
Pediatric Hospitalist
Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Job Description
Join a dedicated medical team as a Pediatric Hospitalist at a well-equipped hospital in Santa Rosa, California. We're seeking a talented physician to provide high-quality care, specializing in pediatric admissions, high-risk delivery attendance, and neonatal resuscitation. This locum tenens position offers 24-hour in-house coverage from 8:00 AM to 8:00 AM, with a supportive environment tailored for both seasoned professionals and new graduates. Strong neonatology support is available, and the streamlined transfer process facilitates efficient patient care.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: May vary, 4-7 shifts per month, 24-hour shifts (8:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
- Patient Population: Pediatric
- Location: Santa Rosa, CA
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Provide pediatric care, attend high-risk deliveries, and perform neonatal resuscitation.
- Conduct well-baby rounding and provide NICU coverage during night shifts.
- Offer ED consults as needed and manage pediatric admissions on a case-by-case basis.
- Participate in a streamlined transfer process with UCSF.
Qualifications
- Board certification required (or eligible for certification)
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
- Minimum 2 years of current hospital clinical activity in pediatrics
- Experience with intubation (ETT/NT), needle pneumothorax, and central line insertion
Working Hours
- 24-hour shifts, 8:00 AM – 8:00 AM
- Expected to cover 4-7 shifts per month
Skills
- Proficiency in intubation (for both newborns and pediatrics)
- Ventilation management (newborn and pediatric preferred)
- Needle pneumothorax management
- Central line and UVC insertion
- EKG interpretation
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