Pediatrician

We are seeking a Pediatrician for a 32-day assignment in Georgia, assisting our client with their urgent care needs, particularly during the winter months, with potential for ongoing opportunities. This role involves 5-12 shifts per month, primarily during weekday evenings from 11 AM to 9 PM and weekend days from 9 AM to 7 PM. You will be responsible for managing a variety of pediatric urgent care cases, including flu, strep, COVID testing, minor suturing, and laceration repair, often utilizing onsite X-ray and lab capabilities.

Practice Info

• Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Patient Volume: Approximately 30 patients per day
• Staffing Mix: 2-4 other Pediatricians and 1-2 Nurse Practitioners at each location

Shift & Schedule

• 32-day assignment
• 5-12 shifts per month
• Weekday evenings from 11 AM to 9 PM and weekend days from 9 AM to 7 PM
• Call Schedule: No Call
• LOA: 32 Days

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent care services to pediatric patients across multiple clinic locations.
• Diagnose and treat common pediatric ailments such as flu, strep, and COVID-19.
• Perform minor procedures including suturing, laceration repair (single layer), and splinting.
• Utilize onsite diagnostic tools such as X-ray and moderately complex lab services.
• Assess and manage cases that may present as more emergent, determining the need for transfer when appropriate.
• Maintain readiness to cover 5-12 shifts per month, with scheduling booked 1-2 months in advance.

Compensation

• Strong compensation

Benefits

• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Board Certifications: Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Pediatrics
• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Epic
• Specific Requirement: Recent experience in Pediatric Urgent Care or Emergency Room settings is mandatory.