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MD Staff, LLC

2024-11-12 22:44:56

Job location Brookneal, Virginia, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Healthcare & Medical

Job description

We have an immediate need for a skilled Pediatric Physician to provide locum tenens coverage in a healthcare facility near Brookneal, VA. This short-term assignment offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience while working with a supportive team in an inpatient setting.

Assignment Highlights:

  • Location: Near Brookneal, Virginia
  • Assignment Duration: October 31, 2024 - November 5, 2024
  • Coverage Type: Call-only, with 24-hour shifts (7 AM - 7 AM)
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient (No outpatient requirement)
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems: Athena & Meditech
  • Privileges: Temporary privileges available for immediate start, with credentialing approximately 60 days if required

Responsibilities:

  • Provide 24-hour call coverage, addressing patient needs as they arise
  • Attend all newborn deliveries and assist with C-sections
  • Perform consults in the emergency department as needed
  • Facilitate patient transfers and admit patients to the pediatric unit

Facility and Support:

  • Department Beds: 6
  • Support Staff: 2 Registered Nurses (RNs) per shift; no supervision of advanced practice providers required
  • On-Site Resources: Specialty skills in neonatal and pediatric ventilation management, sedation, central line insertion, and more as needed for comprehensive pediatric care

Requirements:

  • Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics
  • Licensure: Active Virginia license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) eligibility
  • Certifications: PALS and NRP required; ACLS, ABLS, and ATLS not required
  • Skills Required: Proficiency in various pediatric procedures, including:
    • Non-invasive and invasive ventilation management (newborn and pediatric)
    • Intubation (ETT/NT for newborn and pediatric patients)
    • Sedation (conscious and deep sedation)
    • Central line, arterial line, UVC, and UAC placements
    • Basic minor procedures such as lumbar punctures, chest tube insertion, and suturing

Additional Details:

  • Nearby Airport and Lodging: Travel and lodging options are conveniently accessible
  • Insurance: Provided by the locum agency
  • Emergency Privileging: Available for candidates with a clean background and active VA license

If you are a qualified Pediatric Physician seeking a locums assignment with excellent support and flexibility, we encourage you to apply today. Reference Job ID: to get more details on this rewarding opportunity near Brookneal, VA.

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