Are you a skilled Neonatologist looking for an exciting locum tenens opportunity in Northern California? We have an urgent opening near McCloud, CA, where youll be able to deliver critical neonatal care in a well-equipped facility alongside a dedicated healthcare team.
Position Details:
- Location: Northern California, near McCloud
- Role: Locum Tenens Neonatologist
- Setting: Level III NICU within a Level II Trauma Center
- Shift Type: 24-hour on-call coverage with at least one NICU rounding session daily, responding to calls based on patient needs
- Shift Requirements: Orientation in the afternoon prior to the start of your first shift
- Start Date: Immediate need, covering from November 27-30 (including the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend)
- Patient Load: NICU daily census typically ranges from 7-12 patients
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Licensing: Active California medical license required
- Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine
- Certifications: Must have BLS, NRP, and DEA credentials
- California Children's Services (CCS): Provider listing as a paneled member is preferred; urgent need may allow for waivers
- Experience: Recent, relevant experience in neonatology services, not general pediatrics
- Malpractice: Must have a clean malpractice record
- Credentialing: Completion timeframe of approximately 30 days, with temporary privileges available for qualified candidates
Procedures Required:
- Ventilatory assistance (ETT CPAP, nasal CPAP)
- Administration of surfactant beyond initial dose
- Cardiac pressors administration
- Peripheral arterial and central line placement
- Chest tube insertion
- Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) administration
- Exchange transfusion
- Managing neonates with gestational age
Facility Support:
- EMR: Cerner Care B system
- On-Site Team: Includes NICU nurses, family practice residents (teaching/supervisory role), laborists, and pediatric hospitalists
Why This Role?
- Opportunity to provide essential neonatal care in a NICU with high-level support and resources
- Competitive pay, including holiday rates, with flexibility in call coverage
- Work in a close-knit, dedicated team in a Northern California location known for its beautiful natural surroundings
If you're ready for a rewarding locum tenens position in Northern California, apply today using Job ID
HDAJOBS MDSTAFF
