Neonatology Physician

JOB OVERVIEW:
• Job Title: Physician Neonatology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Washington, DC
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 05/19/2025 2 months (potential to extend)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 12-hour or 24-hour shifts (Day and Night)

PATIENT INFORMATION:
• Patient Demographics: Neonates and newborns
• Patient Volume/Census: NICU up to patients; Nursery 5 10 patients
• Admissions: Yes (including delivery resuscitation)
• Rounding: Yes
• Case Mix: Level 2 NICU, nursery care, delivery resuscitation

FACILITY INFORMATION:
• No. of Beds in Department: 6 NICU beds
• EMR System: Cerner
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE:
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 30 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES:
• Neonatal resuscitation
• Nursery care management
• NICU level 2 patient care
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Licenses: Active DC license
• Certifications: Board Certified in Neonatology, NRP, DEA, CDS
• Experience: Minimum Level 2 NICU experience required
• Other Qualifications: Must be available for interview and reference process; must provide 3 references
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide care for neonates in Level 2 NICU and newborn nursery
• Perform neonatal resuscitations at deliveries as needed
• Cover clinical shifts, including days and nights
• Maintain patient documentation in Cerner EMR
• Collaborate with hospital staff for newborn care in an acute hospital setting