Physician / Hospitalist

Pediatric Hospitalist Locums Job in Northern California Job Opportunity: Pediatric Hospitalist Location: Modesto, California Location Details: Nestled in California's Central Valley, Modesto offers a wide array of cultural experiences and outdoor activities. Enjoy hiking, lakes, and sports, all just a few hours' drive from the California mountains or Monterey Bay. Position Overview: Pediatric Hospitalist to provide inpatient pediatric coverage, including well newborn care and ER consults, for two site locations in Modesto, California. This is an exciting opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligible pediatrician to join our growing team. Key Responsibilities: Provide 24-hour call coverage with an average of 5-7 shifts per month. Handle all aspects of pediatric hospitalist cases and procedures. Serve as the pediatrician of record during a patient's stay. Perform standard pediatric procedures, including lumbar punctures, frenotomies, bladder catheterization, and more. Airway management, including endotracheal intubation when necessary. Coordinate patient care with primary care physicians and necessary subspecialists. Supervise and coordinate transfers to the pediatric ICU when needed, and assist with transfers from the pediatric ICU to the acute care floor. Teach and supervise residents during Patient Centered Rounds. Participate in hospital-level administrative duties, department meetings, and policy development. Contribute to medical staff committees to continually review medical care and promote patient safety. Follow evidence-based practices and national guidelines to ensure the highest quality care. Qualifications: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics. Availability for ongoing covera