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Pediatric Hospitalist Job in Fort Myers, Florida
Pediatric Hospitalist
Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC
Profession/Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Location:Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens
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Job Description
- Job Title: Pediatric Hospitalist Physician
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Fort Myers, FL
- Service Setting: Inpatient Pediatric Floor
- Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
- Coverage Period: 01/05/2026 01/31/2026 (24 month contract possibility)
- Clinical Shift Schedule: Day shifts 6a6p (12 hours)
- On-Call Shift Schedule: 12 hours of call within Pediatric Floors
- Call Type: Beeper
- Call Ratio: As needed for ED admissions and transfer center COVERAGE DATES
- 01/05/2026 01/31/2026
PATIENT INFORMATION
- Patient Demographics: Pediatric patients
- Patient Volume/Census: Pediatric inpatient census; newborn service excluded from locums rotation
- Admissions: Yes; ED admissions and transfers
- Rounding: Included on general pediatric inpatients
- Phone Consults: As needed during call
- Case Mix: General pediatric inpatients; lumbar puncture proficiency required
FACILITY INFORMATION
- No. of Beds in Department: 36 med/surg pediatric beds; 70 NICU beds (NICU excluded from locums duties)
- Office Equipment Available: Standard pediatric inpatient equipment
- Specialty Backup Available: Subspecialists available for joint case management
- Support Staff Available: 6 current physicians (team building to 9); 2 experienced NPs (nursery and pediatric floors)
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
- Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
- Credentialing Timeline: 30 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not specified REQUIRED PROCEDURES
- Lumbar punctures (required)
- General pediatric admissions and rounding
- Coordination with subspecialists for inpatient care
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Licenses: Active FL medical license
- DEA: Required
- Certifications: BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NICA membership/receipts
- Experience: Must be proficient and independent with lumbar punctures
- Other Qualifications: CV and Lee Health attestation required for name clearance; no telehealth experience
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide inpatient care for pediatric floor patients
- Perform admissions, rounding, and patient management
- Independently perform lumbar punctures
- Coordinate with subspecialists for comprehensive care
- Participate in daytime clinical coverage 6a6p
- Take 12-hour pediatric floor call for ED admissions and transfer center
- Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and pediatric support staff
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About Adelphi Locums Organization
Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.