Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Asheville, NC

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Asheville, NC
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 4 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Asheville, North Carolina PEDIATRIC Hospitalist Physician Locum Tenens
Inpatient pediatric hospitalist coverage with procedural responsibilities and pediatric subspecialty management

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist for locum tenens coverage in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves managing inpatient pediatric patients during 12-hour night shifts, with procedures including lumbar punctures and IJ line placements, supported by Cerner EMR. The schedule includes specific coverage periods from September through December, focusing on pediatric inpatient care without delivery or circumcision duties.

Opportunity Details

• Location: Asheville, North Carolina
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Pediatric inpatient hospitalist service
• Coverage: September 21-25, October 1, 4-9, November 7-12, 21-22, 25-30, December 1-10, 13, 19-22, 27-31
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 14 shifts per month

Clinical Scope

• Managing inpatient pediatric patients
• Performing lumbar punctures and IJ line placements
• Managing pediatric subspecialty patients as needed
• PALS certification required
• No deliveries or circumcisions

Practice Environment

• EMR system: Cerner
• No procedural or delivery responsibilities beyond lumbar punctures and IJ lines

Requirements

• Active North Carolina medical license
• NC DEA registration
• Board Certified in pediatrics
• Pediatric hospitalist experience
• PALS certification