Pediatric Hospitalist

Fort Myers, United States | Posted on 09/23/2025 • Coverage Period: 12/01/2025 – Ongoing (with initial focus on 2–4 month contract) • Clinical Shift Schedule: Day shifts only, 6a – 6p (12 hours) COVERAGE DATES • Primary need: 7 consecutive days during Christmas week and into January • Anticipated contract length: 2–4 months PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Pediatric inpatients • Patient Volume/Census: Average 26 newborns per day (not included in locum service) FACILITY INFORMATION • Beds: 36 medical/surgical pediatric beds; 70 NICU beds (not covered by locum) • Nursery: Level I nursery (not covered by locum) • Practice: 6 physicians currently, expanding to 9 total; 2 experienced nurse practitioners (1 nursery-only, 1 pediatric floors with 12-patient daily load) • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental coverage during recruitment and peak seasonal needs PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (credentialing ~30 days) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Rate: Fixed (Daily OT after 12 hours; Weekly OT after 168 hours) • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered (details TBD) REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Lumbar punctures (must be proficient and independent) JOB REQUIREMENTS • Board: Board Certified in Pediatrics • Experience: Demonstrated experience in pediatric hospital medicine • Other Qualifications: Submission of updated CV, NPDB (within 3 months), and case logs covering 24 inpatient records within past 12 months (with patient age noted preferred) DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Round on pediatric inpatients and manage admissions • Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists and multidisciplinary team • Provide daytime pediatric floor coverage only (no nursery or NICU responsibilities) • Work in collaboration with experienced nurse practitioners on the pediatric floors • Ensure high-quality inpatient care during holiday periods and coverage gaps

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