Location: Pendleton, OR
Position Type: Locum Physician Pediatrics
Hospital-based pediatric locum opportunity in Pendleton, OR, providing 24/7 call coverage with a strong focus on newborn and pediatric inpatient care . Provider must be confident practicing independently with no on-site backup.
Schedule: 24-hour call coverage, expected 1 4 hours onsite daily
Coverage for newborn care from OB, ED admissions, or med-surg consults
No NICU provider stabilizes and transfers if needed
Admissions: 1 per month through ED
Patients per day: 0 6 (varies)
Must round daily and serve as primary care provider for newborns/pediatric patients
Solo coverage no backup available
Board Certified in Pediatrics OR IM/FM with significant Peds & Neonatal experience REQUIRED
3-year Pediatric Residency REQUIRED
PALS & NRP REQUIRED
OR License REQUIRED
Must demonstrate inpatient care to at least 24 pediatric patients as attending in the past 24 months
Clean malpractice/background strongly preferred
Local candidates (no flights) highly preferred
Dates of Coverage:
12/5 (7a) 12/7 (7a)
12/18 (7a) 12/21 (7a)
12/31 (7a) 1/5 (7a)
Average Callback: 1 hour
Rounding required daily, 1 4 hours (varies)
Competitive locum rates
Travel/lodging options available if non-local
Full support staff on-site
EMR: Standard hospital system
Provider MUST be comfortable with neonatal resuscitation, intubation, line placement, and emergency medications to stabilize and transfer when needed.
Small community with a supportive hospital environment, known for its scenic beauty, outdoor activities, and family-friendly lifestyle.
If you meet the above requirements and are available for the listed dates, please submit your CV and availability for immediate consideration .