Physician / Neonatology / California / Locum or 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

HDAJOBS MDSTAFF