Locums Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

We are seeking an experienced Locums Pediatric Hospitalist Physician to provide inpatient coverage at a well-respected hospital in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This opportunity offers a balanced schedule and the chance to care for newborns and pediatric patients in a collaborative, community-focused setting.

Position Details:

• Setting: Inpatient / Hospital-based – Pediatric and Newborn Care
• Schedule:
  • Weekdays: In-house 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, then out-of-house coverage with a 30-minute response time from 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM
  • Weekends & Holidays: Provider may leave the hospital after completing patient care, maintaining out-of-house responsibility with a 30-minute response time
• Patient Census: Average 5–10 patients per 24-hour shift
• Admissions/Deliveries: Approximately one delivery or admission per 4 PM – 8 AM shift

Scope of Practice:

• Manage routine newborn and pediatric inpatients
• Perform procedures including:
  • Lumbar punctures (LP)
  • Emergency neonatal intubations
  • Emergency umbilical catheter placements
  • Bladder catheterizations
• Attend deliveries as needed and provide immediate neonatal care
• Collaborate with nursing staff, obstetricians, and neonatologists to ensure quality outcomes

Requirements:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active New Hampshire medical license (or ability to obtain)
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Experience with routine newborn and pediatric hospitalist duties preferred

Portsmouth is a historic coastal city offering the perfect blend of charm and modern convenience. With its lively downtown, waterfront restaurants, boutique shops, and easy access to the ocean and White Mountains, Portsmouth provides an exceptional quality of life both on and off duty.