Neonatology Physician Assistant Locum Tenens Towson, MD
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Neonatal Physician Assistant (PA) for a locum tenens opportunity in Towson, Maryland, beginning November 2, 2026.
The provider will deliver comprehensive neonatal care in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), including neonatal assessments, inpatient rounding, high-risk delivery attendance, emergency resuscitation, and advanced neonatal procedures.
The assignment offers flexible 12-hour and 24-hour shifts, including daytime, nighttime, weekend, and holiday coverage. The provider will collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and other NICU team members to provide high-quality care to critically ill newborns.
The role requires the ability to practice independently during assigned shifts while maintaining communication with the attending neonatologist and other available clinical support staff.
Compensation:
12 Hour Coverage Shift: $1445/shift
24 Hour Coverage Shift: $2890/shift
Assignment Details
Location: Towson, MD
Provider Type: Physician Assistant (PA)
Specialty: Neonatology / Neonatal Intensive Care
Position Type: Locum Tenens
Coverage Schedule: Full-Time
Start Date: November 2, 2026
Assignment End Date: Not Specified
Practice Setting: Acute Care Hospital / Level III NICU
Patient Population: Neonates / Newborn Infants
EMR System: Epic
Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 30 Days
Schedule
Shift Options: 12-Hour or 24-Hour Shifts
Day Shift: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM
Night Shift: 7:00 PM 7:30 AM
Coverage Availability: Days, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
Current Coverage Need: Approximately 3 Shifts Per Week
Estimated Monthly Shifts: 12
24-Hour Coverage: Available
Separate On-Call Responsibilities: None Listed
Overnight Rest Accommodations: Call Room Available During 24-Hour Shifts, Subject to Patient Care Needs
Patient Population / Volume
Patient Population: Neonates and Newborn Infants
NICU Level: Level III
NICU Capacity: 18 Beds Planned
Average Daily Census: Approximately Patients
Patient Mix: 100% Pediatric / Neonatal
Primary Cases: Medical Neonatal Conditions
Complex Cases: Transferred to a Level IV NICU When Necessary
High-Risk Deliveries: Attendance Required
Infant Emergency Codes: Response Required Throughout the Hospital
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Comprehensive Neonatal Care in a Level III NICU
Perform Neonatal Assessments and Clinical Evaluations
Evaluate and Manage Critically Ill Newborns
Conduct Daily NICU Rounds With Attending Physicians and the NICU Team
Attend High-Risk Deliveries
Perform Neonatal Resuscitation and Emergency Stabilization
Respond to Infant Emergency Codes Throughout the Hospital
Evaluate Newborns in the Nursery and Pediatric Areas When Needed
Perform Neonatal Intubations
Place Umbilical Arterial and Venous Catheters
Perform PICC Line Placement
Perform Lumbar Punctures
Manage Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation
Manage High-Frequency Ventilation
Perform Vascular Access Procedures
Collaborate With Neonatologists and Pediatricians on Complex Patient Cases
Coordinate Transfers to Higher-Level Neonatal Care When Necessary
Maintain Accurate Clinical Documentation in Epic
Required Clinical Skills and Procedures
Neonatal Intensive Care
Neonatal Assessment and Stabilization
High-Risk Delivery Attendance
Neonatal Resuscitation
Neonatal Intubation
Umbilical Arterial Catheter Placement
Umbilical Venous Catheter Placement
PICC Line Placement
Lumbar Puncture
Neonatal Ventilation Management
High-Frequency Ventilation
Vascular Access
Infant Emergency Code Response
Critical Neonatal Patient Management
Additional Procedural Skills:
Chest Tube Placement Preferred; Performed With Attending Physician Support
CAPA Listed in the Assignment; Specific Procedural Meaning Should Be Confirmed
Clinical Practice Details
NICU Level: III
Planned NICU Beds: 18
Average Daily Census: Patients
EMR: Epic
Typical APP Staffing: 1 APP Per Shift
Additional APP Staffing: May Be Requested for Higher Census or Acuity
High-Acuity Staffing Consideration: More Than 10 Patients or More Than 8 Ventilated Patients
Respiratory Therapy: Available Onsite 24/7
Neonatologist Onsite Hours: Approximately 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
Neonatologist Availability: Available to Return When Needed
Typical Neonatologist Response Time: Less Than 30 Minutes
Additional Emergency Support: In-House Pediatrician When Available
Clinical Environment / Support
Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Neonatologist Support
In-House Pediatrician Support
NICU Nursing Team
Respiratory Therapy Available 24/7
Additional APP Coverage Based on Census and Acuity
Labor and Delivery Collaboration
Newborn Nursery and Pediatric Services
Epic Electronic Medical Record System
Requirements
Active Maryland Physician Assistant License Required at Application
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Neonatology / Neonatal Intensive Care Required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Required
DEA Registration Required
Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) Required
Experience Providing Care in a Level III NICU
Proficiency in Neonatal Intubation
Proficiency in Umbilical Arterial and Venous Catheter Placement
Experience With PICC Line Placement
Experience Performing Lumbar Punctures
Experience Managing Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation
Experience With High-Frequency Ventilation
Ability to Attend High-Risk Deliveries
Ability to Respond to Neonatal Emergency Codes
Ability to Manage Critically Ill Newborns
Ability to Practice Independently During Assigned Shifts
Ability to Collaborate With Neonatologists and NICU Clinical Teams
Chest Tube Placement Experience Preferred
Experience With Epic EMR Preferred
Credentialing Requirements
Active Maryland Professional License Required at Application
Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Neonatology
NRP Certification
DEA Registration
CSR
Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 30 Days
Privileges: Full and Temporary Privileges Available
Additional Assignment Information
Flexible 12-Hour and 24-Hour Shifts
Approximately 3 Shifts Per Week
Day, Night, Weekend, and Holiday Coverage Available
Level III NICU With Planned 18-Bed Capacity
Approximately NICU Patients Daily
High-Risk Delivery Attendance Required
Infant Emergency Code Response Required
Neonatologist and Respiratory Therapy Support Available
Temporary Privileges May Be Available
