Pediatrician

Pediatric Locum Tenens Physician Opportunity

Profession: Physician Specialty: Pediatrics Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Elko, NV 89801 Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Coverage Type: Clinical + Call Coverage Period: Sep 21, 2026 – Ongoing Shift Schedule: 7a – 7a Call Type: Beeper Call Response Time: 30 mins Callback %: 40 Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Vendor

Coverage Dates: Sep 21 - 25 Sep 28 - Oct 2 Oct 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30 Nov 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27 Nov 30 - Dec 4 Dec 7-11, 14-18, 28-31

Patient Information: Average Daily Volume: 2-3 Admissions: 1-2 Rounding: Both Phone Consults: 2-3

Facility Information: EMR System: Medhost Support Staff: 1 MA, 1 RN, 1 APP Privileges & Compliance: Hospital Privileges Required: No Temporary Privileges Available: Yes Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 days

Job Requirements: Board: BC/BE Licenses: NV or IMLC DEA: Required Certifications: PALS, NRP Experience: Min 3 years post-residency Other Qualifications: Must be participating with Nevada Medicaid

Duties & Responsibilities: Provide pediatric call coverage for inpatient and outpatient needs Respond to call within 30 minutes and manage patient consultations Perform required procedures including paracentesis, chest tube insertion, and exchange transfusion Manage ventilation, intubation, and sedation for newborn and pediatric patients Provide supporting notes on timesheet entries to verify call back and overtime hours