Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist - $6,480 to $7,670 per week in Henderson, NC

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Henderson, NC
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $6,480 to $7,670 per week
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Locum Tenens Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Jobs in Henderson, North Carolina

Join a welcoming pediatric care team as a per diem locum tenens Pediatric Hospitalist Physician in Henderson, NC. Provide hospital-based care for pediatric and newborn patients with approximately 2–5 encounters per shift while enjoying convenient access to the greater Raleigh-Durham region and Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Locum Tenens Physician Job Details

• Specialty: Pediatric Hospitalist Physician
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based pediatric and newborn care
• Employment Type: Per diem locum tenens
• Location: Henderson, North Carolina
• Start Date: December 1, 2026
• Initial Coverage Period: December 1–2, 2026, with ongoing coverage needs indicated
• Patient Volume: Approximately 2–5 patient encounters per shift
• Department Size: 16 beds
• Openings: 1
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480–$7,670

Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Job Requirements

• Medical degree and current physician credentials
• At least 1 year of experience providing pediatric hospitalist care or comparable pediatric acute-care services
• Eligible for board certification; board certification is not required
• Required certifications: ABLS, ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• Required pediatric clinical skills, including newborn and pediatric ventilation management, non-invasive ventilation management, endotracheal or nasotracheal intubation, conscious sedation, central and arterial line management, chest tube insertion, X-ray interpretation, EKG interpretation, minor laceration repair, and circumcision
• Preferred experience with deep sedation, UVC and UAC placement, lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, needle pneumothorax decompression, exchange transfusion, PA catheter management, and swallow studies

Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat newborn and pediatric patients in a hospital-based setting
• Complete approximately 2–5 patient encounters per shift while providing attentive, evidence-based pediatric care
• Manage acute and chronic respiratory needs, including non-invasive ventilation and newborn and pediatric ventilator support
• Perform and support procedures such as intubation, central and arterial line placement or management, chest tube insertion, and conscious sedation
• Interpret X-rays and EKGs and recognize changes requiring prompt intervention
• Provide appropriate care for pediatric emergencies, including pneumothorax management and other acute conditions
• Perform minor procedures, including laceration repair and circumcision, as clinically indicated
• Collaborate with nursing, specialty, and ancillary teams to support safe transitions of care and positive patient outcomes

Apply now for this locum tenens Pediatric Hospitalist Physician opportunity in Henderson, North Carolina, near the Raleigh-Durham region.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.