Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / New Mexico / Locum Tenens / Pediatric Hospitalist Job

Pediatric Hospitalist

Join our team as a Pediatric Hospitalist in Hobbs, NM, providing supplemental coverage in a dynamic inpatient/outpatient setting. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and a supportive staff.

Job Description

• Provide call-only coverage from August 21, 2024, onwards
• Manage a patient demographic consisting of 20% adolescents, 40% pediatrics, and 40% newborns
• Handle a patient volume of 5 (3 outpatient, 2 inpatient)
• Perform procedures including:
  • Non-invasive ventilation management (neo-puff)
  • Acute and chronic ventilation management for newborns and pediatrics
  • Intubation (ETT/NT) for newborns and pediatrics
  • Central line placement (UVC, UAC)
  • Lumbar puncture
  • X-ray interpretation and EKG interpretation
  • Suturing minor lacerations
  • Circumcision

Requirements

• Active New Mexico medical license
• Board certification required
• BLS, PALS, NRP, and STABLE certifications

Benefits

• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Community Overview

Hobbs, NM, offers a welcoming community with access to various amenities and recreational activities. The area is known for its friendly atmosphere and supportive healthcare environment.