Neonatologist

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: 105442
  
• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Neonatology
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Tucson, AZ
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical only
  
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: TBD
  
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Population: Pediatric, Neonates
  
• Average Daily Volume: 19
  
• Admissions Required? Yes
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• PEDs Level: III
  
• NICU Beds: 45
  
• EMR: Epic
  
• Is Hospital Stroke Certified? Yes
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes
  

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Required:
  • Newborn/Neonatal Acute & Chronic Care
    
  • Exchange Transfusion
    
  • Umbilical arterial & venous catheter
    
  • Pediatric Ventilation Management (preferred)
    

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC
  
• Licenses: Licensed in AZ
  
• Certifications: BLS, PALS; NRP is required
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide locum tenens coverage for ongoing NICU needs due to department restructuring.
  
• Manage acute and chronic neonatal conditions, including ventilation management.
  
• Perform required procedures such as exchange transfusions, UVC/UAC placement, and intubation.
  
• Provide care for pediatric patients requiring ventilation management (preferred).
  
• Work collaboratively within an all-RN department to manage a 45-bed NICU.