Locum Tenens Pediatric Hospitalist — Night Shift (Inpatient, Clinton, NC)

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We are seeking a board-certified Pediatric Hospitalist to provide locum tenens inpatient coverage in Clinton, NC (28328). This assignment runs Jun 1–6, 2026 with nights (8:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m.). Travel, lodging, and malpractice are covered by the agency. Temporary hospital privileges are available; permanent privileges are not required.

Clinical duties

• Provide inpatient hospitalist coverage for pediatric, adult, and Level I newborn nursery patients.
• Perform night admissions and rounds; respond to codes as needed.
• Manage acute care and ventilatory support, including non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP) and invasive ventilation; perform intubations.
• Provide nursery coverage and attend high-risk C-sections/deliveries as required.
• Interpret EKGs, review echocardiograms, and coordinate care with consulting specialists (cardiology, nephrology, oncology).

Patient volume and support

• Average combined census: 30–35 patients/day (shared with another provider).
• Rounding responsibilities include both admissions and follow-up.
• Nursing support: 4–5 RNs per shift.
• EMR: MediTech 6.1.

Required qualifications

• Board certified in Pediatrics.
• NC medical license (or eligible).
• NRP certification.
• Minimum 3 years post-residency experience preferred.

Procedures and skills expected

• Inpatient pediatric care with ICU-level competency.
• Non-invasive and invasive ventilation management.
• Pediatric procedures and airway management (intubation).
• Preferred skills: chest tube and arterial line placement, EKG/echo interpretation, and delivery attendance.

Shift type: Clinical only (inpatient). Reason for coverage: scheduling need.