LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Fort Myers, Florida, 33908!
About The Position
JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title : Pediatric Hospitalist
- Job Type : Locum Tenens
- Location : Fort Myers, FL
- Service Setting : Hospital, Pediatric Floor
- Coverage Type : Clinical + Call
- Coverage Period : 12 / 01 / 2025 Ongoing (with initial focus on 24 month contract)
- Clinical Shift Schedule : Day shifts only, 6a 6p (12 hours) COVERAGE DATES
- Beginning 12 / 01 / 2025
- Primary need : 7 consecutive days during Christmas week and into January
- Anticipated contract length : 24 months
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics : Pediatric inpatientsPatient Volume / Census : Average 26 newborns per day (not included in locum service)Admissions : Yes, inpatient admissions requiredRounding : IncludedPhone Consults : YesCase Mix : General pediatricsFACILITY INFORMATION
Beds : 36 medical / surgical pediatric beds; 70 NICU beds (not covered by locum)Nursery : Level I nursery (not covered by locum)Practice : 6 physicians currently, expanding to 9 total; 2 experienced nurse practitioners (1 nursery-only, 1 pediatric floors with 12-patient daily load)Reason for Coverage : Supplemental coverage during recruitment and peak seasonal needsPRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Hospital Privileges Required : YesTemporary Privileges Available : Yes (credentialing ~30 days)Credentialing Timeline : 30 daysCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Rate : Fixed (Daily OT after 12 hours; Weekly OT after 168 hours)Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance : Covered (details TBD) REQUIRED PROCEDURESLumbar punctures (must be proficient and independent)JOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses : Active Florida license requiredBoard : Board Certified in PediatricsDEA : Active DEA Certification requiredCertifications : BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NICA membership / receiptsExperience : Demonstrated experience in pediatric hospital medicineOther Qualifications : Submission of updated CV, NPDB (within 3 months), and case logs covering 24 inpatient records within past 12 months (with patient age noted preferred)DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Round on pediatric inpatients and manage admissionsCollaborate with pediatric subspecialists and multidisciplinary teamProvide daytime pediatric floor coverage only (no nursery or NICU responsibilities)Work in collaboration with experienced nurse practitioners on the pediatric floorsEnsure high-quality inpatient care during holiday periods and coverage gaps1669598EXPTEMP
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