Locum Physician

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Pediatrics MD in Georgia.

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Pediatrician for a 48-day locum tenens position at multiple urgent care locations within a hospital system in Georgia. The assignment begins on 06/09/2025, with flexible scheduling options including weekdays from 11 AM to 9 PM and weekends from 9 AM to 7 PM. The ideal candidate will work 4-5 shifts per 7-day stretch, with the possibility of 2-3 weeks per month. This role involves providing pediatric urgent care services including flu, strep, suturing, laceration repair, X-ray interpretation, lab work, and splinting. The position may also involve handling some pediatric ER-type cases.

Job Details:

Location: Georgia

Facility Type: Hospital (Multiple Urgent Care Locations)

Start Date: 06/09/2025

LOA: 48 days

Provider Type Needed: Pediatrician

Schedule: M-F 11 AM - 9 PM, Sat/Sun 9 AM - 7 PM (4-5 shifts per week)

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric urgent care services

• Perform flu, strep, and COVID-19 testing

• Conduct suturing and laceration repairs (up to one layer of skin deep)

• Interpret X-rays and manage moderately complex lab work

• Perform splinting procedures as needed

• Handle some pediatric ER-type cases

• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

• Adhere to hospital protocols and safety standards

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric urgent care

• Demonstrate flexibility in working at multiple urgent care locations

• Manage a diverse range of pediatric urgent care cases

Additional Information:

• Georgia state medical license required

• Strong experience in pediatric urgent care essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced urgent care setting

• Comfort with handling a variety of pediatric cases, including some ER-type situations

Apply now to learn more.

Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry - ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between - you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need - greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you - so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest.

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal - to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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