Pediatrics Physician

Location : Sierra Vista, AZ

Sierra Vista offers breathtaking mountain views and a pleasant year-round climate in southeastern Arizona. The city provides easy access to outdoor recreational activities with its proximity to Coronado National Forest while maintaining a relaxed, small-town atmosphere perfect for work-life balance.

Facility :

This medical facility is a respected healthcare provider serving the Sierra Vista community with comprehensive pediatric services. The facility features a 15-bed department with Level 1 pediatric capabilities, providing essential care to young patients in this region of Arizona.

Opportunity :

Board Certified - Pediatrics

Job Details :

• Handle 2-4 patient encounters per shift in pediatric care
• Manage non-invasive ventilation (neo-puff) for newborns
• Provide acute ventilation management for newborns
• Perform newborn intubations (ETT / NT)
• Administer conscious sedation when required
• Place and manage arterial lines, UVC, and UAC
• Conduct X-ray and EKG interpretations
• Perform circumcisions - required skill
• Preferred skills include lumbar punctures, thoracentesis, chest tube insertions, PA catheter placement, exchange transfusions, and suturing minor lacerations
• Must maintain active Arizona medical license or have IMLC
• Board certification required with approximately 45-day credentialing timeframe
• Lodging available at Comfort Inn with Tucson being the nearest airport

Compensation :

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.