Pediatric Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-208054-MD-AR
• Title:  MD
• Dates Needed:  ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:  OR
• Call Required:  No
• Board Certification Required:  Yes
• Job Duration:  Locums

The facility is one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States, offering comprehensive medical services across the region. The hospital provides specialized care with permanent staff handling the most complex cardiac and neurosurgical cases.

Little Rock is the vibrant capital of Arkansas, known for its friendly Southern charm, rich history, and easy access to outdoor beauty. Located along the Arkansas River near the center of the state, it offers a blend of cultural landmarks like the Clinton Presidential Center and historic sites such as Little Rock Central High School. The city also features a lively downtown, great food, and plenty of scenic trails and parks.

The clinician will provide autonomous anesthesia services for pediatric patients across all case types except cardiac and neurosurgical procedures. The schedule includes Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with Tuesday shifts beginning at 7:30 AM. Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is required, and prescriptive authority must be maintained. The position offers 100% hands-on clinical practice with no call or weekend obligations until department approval for more complex cases.

• Case Load/PPD:  All peds include all case types, no heads or hearts (perm staff will do most complex cases until department chair approves locum
• Patient Population:  Peds
• Location Type:  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes
• Government:  No
• Percentage Hands On:  100%
• Supervision/Medical Direction:  Autonomous
• Staffing Model:  Autonomous practice model

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