Pediatric Hospitalist

Fort Myers, United States | Posted on 09/23/2025• Coverage Period: 12/01/2025 – Ongoing (with initial focus on 2–4 month contract)• Clinical Shift Schedule: Day shifts only, 6a – 6p (12 hours)COVERAGE DATES• Primary need: 7 consecutive days during Christmas week and into January• Anticipated contract length: 2–4 monthsPATIENT INFORMATION• Patient Demographics: Pediatric inpatients• Patient Volume/Census: Average 26 newborns per day (not included in locum service)FACILITY 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• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (credentialing ~30 days)COMPENSATION & BENEFITS• Rate: Fixed (Daily OT after 12 hours; Weekly OT after 168 hours)• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered (details TBD)REQUIRED PROCEDURES• Lumbar punctures (must be proficient and independent)JOB REQUIREMENTS• Board: Board Certified in Pediatrics• Experience: Demonstrated experience in pediatric hospital medicine• Other 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 admissions• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists and multidisciplinary team• Provide daytime pediatric floor coverage only (no nursery or NICU responsibilities)• Work in collaboration with experienced nurse practitioners on the pediatric floors• Ensure high-quality inpatient care during holiday periods and coverage gaps #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06