Physician / Neonatology / California / Permanent / Locum - Physician - Neonatology Job

Are you a skilled Neonatologist looking for an exciting locum tenens opportunity in Northern California? We have an urgent opening near McCloud, CA, where youll be able to deliver critical neonatal care in a well-equipped facility alongside a dedicated healthcare team.

Position Details:

• Location: Northern California, near McCloud
• Role: Locum Tenens Neonatologist
• Setting: Level III NICU within a Level II Trauma Center
• Shift Type: 24-hour on-call coverage with at least one NICU rounding session daily, responding to calls based on patient needs
• Shift Requirements: Orientation in the afternoon prior to the start of your first shift
• Start Date: Immediate need, covering from November 27-30 (including the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend)
• Patient Load: NICU daily census typically ranges from 7-12 patients

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Licensing: Active California medical license required
• Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine
• Certifications: Must have BLS, NRP, and DEA credentials
• California Children's Services (CCS): Provider listing as a paneled member is preferred; urgent need may allow for waivers
• Experience: Recent, relevant experience in neonatology services, not general pediatrics
• Malpractice: Must have a clean malpractice record
• Credentialing: Completion timeframe of approximately 30 days, with temporary privileges available for qualified candidates

Procedures Required:

• Ventilatory assistance (ETT CPAP, nasal CPAP)
• Administration of surfactant beyond initial dose
• Cardiac pressors administration
• Peripheral arterial and central line placement
• Chest tube insertion
• Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) administration
• Exchange transfusion
• Managing neonates with gestational age

Facility Support:

• EMR: Cerner Care B system
• On-Site Team: Includes NICU nurses, family practice residents (teaching/supervisory role), laborists, and pediatric hospitalists

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to provide essential neonatal care in a NICU with high-level support and resources
• Competitive pay, including holiday rates, with flexibility in call coverage
• Work in a close-knit, dedicated team in a Northern California location known for its beautiful natural surroundings

If you're ready for a rewarding locum tenens position in Northern California, apply today using Job ID

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