Job Description
Join a dynamic pediatric gastroenterology team at a major regional hospital, providing comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care to children and adolescents. This locum tenens opportunity offers a flexible schedule with the chance to work alongside experienced specialists in a supportive environment. Immediate start with ongoing assignment potential.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital (Inpatient & Outpatient)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Days)
- Patient Population: Pediatric (All Ages)
- Location: Tacoma, WA
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive evaluations, diagnoses, and management of pediatric gastrointestinal disorders.
- Conduct endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy) and related therapeutic interventions.
- Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including nutrition, surgery, and radiology.
- Document patient encounters in the electronic medical record accurately and timely.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and educational activities for staff and trainees.
Qualifications
- Board certification in Pediatrics and fellowship training in Pediatric Gastroenterology (or equivalent).
- Valid medical license for Washington State (or ability to obtain temporary licensure).
- BLS certification required; other advanced certifications preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to complete credentialing within days; clean practice history may expedite privileges.
- Demonstrated competence in pediatric procedural skills and patient communication.
Working Hours
- Day shifts, Monday through Friday.
- Typical shift: 8 hours with scheduled breaks.
- No mandatory overnight call; on call duties may be arranged as needed.
Skills
- Pediatric endoscopy and therapeutic procedures
- Non invasive ventilation management (neo puff) - Preferred
- Ventilation management (newborn and pediatric, acute & chronic) - Preferred
- Intubation (ETT/NT) - Preferred
- Conscious and deep sedation - Preferred
- Central line and arterial line placement - Preferred
- Umbilical venous/arterial catheter insertion - Preferred
- Lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tube insertion - Preferred
- Needle decompression for pneumothorax - Preferred
- X ray and EKG interpretation - Preferred
- Pulmonary artery catheter placement - Preferred
- Minor laceration suturing, circumcision, swallow studies - Preferred
This locum tenens position offers a rewarding clinical experience in a leading pediatric facility while providing the flexibility and support you need.
