LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Pediatrics MD in Fort Myers, Florida, 33908!
About The Position
JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title : Pediatrician Emergency Medicine
- Job Type : Locum Tenens
- Location : Fort Myers, FL
- Service Setting : Inpatient
- Coverage Type : Clinical Only
- Coverage Period : 12 / 15 / 2025 07 / 31 / 2026
- Clinical Shift Schedule : Variable evening and night shifts (1 : 00p11 : 00p or 8 : 00p6 : 00a) COVERAGE DATES
- 12 / 15 / 2025 07 / 31 / 2026 (variable evening and night coverage for at least 4-night stretches)
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics : Pediatric populationPatient Volume / Census : Average of 150 patients per day within the Pediatric ERAdmissions : Included in inpatient responsibilitiesRounding : IncludedPhone Consults : As required for patient managementCase Mix : Pediatric emergency medicine casesFACILITY INFORMATION
Office Equipment Available : X-ray equipment, respiratory therapy support, pharmacy onsiteSpecialty Backup Available : Full pediatric ER team, including 4 physicians and 5 NP / PA providersSupport Staff Available : Ancillary teams, respiratory therapists, social workers, and pharmacistsReason for Coverage : Ongoing coverage through July 2026PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Hospital Privileges Required : YesCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance : Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURESReductionsLaceration RepairsIntubationsIncision & Drainage (I&D)SplintingUltrasound / FAST ExamNasogastric Tube (NG Tube) PlacementLumbar PunctureChest Tube InsertionJOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses : Active Florida medical licenseBoard : Board Certified in Pediatrics or Pediatric Emergency MedicineDEA : Active DEA Certification requiredCertifications : BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NICA membership or proof of receipt requiredExperience : Pediatric Emergency Medicine experience requiredOther Qualifications : Submission materials must include current CV, NPDB report (within 3 months), and case logs for 24 inpatient records within the past 12 months (primary source only, not personal logs)DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct inpatient pediatric emergency medicine care during assigned shiftsSupervise and oversee PA / NP teams during clinical hoursPerform required emergency procedures and ensure appropriate patient managementMaintain accurate documentation in the EMR and hospital systemsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality pediatric emergency care1675601EXPTEMP
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