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Pediatric Hospitalist, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine – Eureka, CA
Are you a dedicated pediatric hospitalist with neonatal experience seeking a rewarding locum opportunity? Enjoy a predictable schedule, competitive hourly pay, and the chance to work at a leading facility in Eureka, CA. This position provides flexible call coverage with thorough support, allowing you to deliver quality care to neonatal and pediatric patients in a diverse, community-focused environment.
Quick Facts
You will be providing inpatient call coverage at a leading facility in Eureka, CA, primarily managing NICU patients, newborn resuscitations, and complex pediatric cases in a high-acuity environment. The role involves 24-hour on-call shifts during selected dates, supporting neonatal stabilization, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
Pediatric Hospitalist, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine – Eureka, CA
Are you a dedicated pediatric hospitalist with neonatal experience seeking a rewarding locum opportunity? Enjoy a predictable schedule, competitive hourly pay, and the chance to work at a leading facility in Eureka, CA. This position provides flexible call coverage with thorough support, allowing you to deliver quality care to neonatal and pediatric patients in a diverse, community-focused environment.
Quick Facts
- Location: Eureka, CA
- Start Date: 09/03/2026
- Shift: 24-Hour Call (Inpatient)
- Schedule: Call only, 10/15-10/19, 10/30-11/02, 11/20-11/22, 12/04-12/07, 12/10-12/14, 12/17-12/20, 12/31
- Hours/Week: As scheduled
- Employment Type: Locum/Temporary
- License/Certs: California Medical License, DEA, ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
- Experience: Neonatal airway management, neonatal ICU procedures, pediatric assessment
- Rate: $1.00/hour
- Pay Package: Competitive pay, weekly direct deposit
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), paid sick time, licensure/travel reimbursements, robust referral bonus program, dedicated team support
- Manage neonatal airway emergencies including intubations and pneumothorax decompression
- Perform emergent UVC placement and lumbar punctures
- Interpret EKGs and assess neonatal and pediatric patients with complex needs
- Support NICU patients down to 32 weeks gestation and manage neonatal resuscitations
- Collaborate with ED and anesthesia teams during pediatric airway cases
- Contribute to multidisciplinary care teams in stabilization and management of neonatal and pediatric cases
- Active California medical license and DEA
- Board Certification or Board Eligible in Pediatrics or Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (within 3-5 years of residency)
- Minimum of 2+ years neonatology and pediatric hospitalist experience
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
- Neonatal airway management and NICU procedures proficiency
You will be providing inpatient call coverage at a leading facility in Eureka, CA, primarily managing NICU patients, newborn resuscitations, and complex pediatric cases in a high-acuity environment. The role involves 24-hour on-call shifts during selected dates, supporting neonatal stabilization, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife