Pediatric Hospitalist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Eastern North Carolina

Job description

About the facility

This 117-bed acute care hospital operates as part of an established health system and maintains clinical protocols and structured inpatient resources to support pediatric and newborn care delivery. The facility provides coverage for a Level II Intermediate Care Nursery and a Newborn Nursery, with advanced practice provider support available to the clinical team. Clinical operations are conducted on-site to ensure continuous care for the pediatric patient population served.

About the facility location

The region offers clinicians access to a range of attractions suited to varied interests. Options include aquatic exhibits, motorsports venues, and seasonal entertainment activities. Year-round recreational opportunities are available in the surrounding area, providing options for leisure during time away from clinical duties.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians will provide inpatient pediatric coverage on day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) at an on-site 117-bed acute care hospital on the following dates: 11/15/2026, 12/24/2026, 12/25/2026, and 12/26/2026. Clinical responsibilities include coverage for a Level II Intermediate Care Nursery and a Newborn Nursery, with an average inpatient census of 3-5 and an average of 1 admission per day and 1 per night. No ICU responsibilities are required for this assignment. Advanced practice provider support is available, and required certifications include NRP and PALS/APLS; board certification in Pediatrics is required.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Average inpatient census: 3-5; average admissions per day: 1; average admissions per night: 1
• Support staff: Advanced practice providers
• Patient population: Peds
• Location type: On-Site
• Shift time(s): Day shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Night shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Certifications required: Board certification in Pediatrics required; NRP required; PALS/APLS required

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