Locum Tenens Pediatrician - Georgia Needed in GA
- ID: 204625
- Updated April 19th, 2025
- Job ID 204625
- Job Title Pediatrician - Georgia
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Pediatrics
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State GA
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 48 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Pediatrician for a 48-day locum tenens position at multiple urgent care locations within a hospital system in Georgia. The assignment begins on 06/09/2025, with flexible scheduling options including weekdays from 11 AM to 9 PM and weekends from 9 AM to 7 PM. The ideal candidate will work 4-5 shifts per 7-day stretch, with the possibility of 2-3 weeks per month. This role involves providing pediatric urgent care services including flu, strep, suturing, laceration repair, X-ray interpretation, lab work, and splinting. The position may also involve handling some pediatric ER-type cases.
Job Details:
Location: Georgia
Facility Type: Hospital (Multiple Urgent Care Locations)
Start Date: 06/09/2025
LOA: 48 days
Provider Type Needed: Pediatrician
Schedule: M-F 11 AM - 9 PM, Sat/Sun 9 AM - 7 PM (4-5 shifts per week)
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide comprehensive pediatric urgent care services
• Perform flu, strep, and COVID-19 testing
• Conduct suturing and laceration repairs (up to one layer of skin deep)
• Interpret X-rays and manage moderately complex lab work
• Perform splinting procedures as needed
• Handle some pediatric ER-type cases
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Adhere to hospital protocols and safety standards
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric urgent care
• Demonstrate flexibility in working at multiple urgent care locations
• Manage a diverse range of pediatric urgent care cases
Additional Information:
• Georgia state medical license required
• Strong experience in pediatric urgent care essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced urgent care setting
• Comfort with handling a variety of pediatric cases, including some ER-type situations
Apply now to learn more!
Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided