Pediatrics Physician

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Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Physician for outpatient coverage on a locum tenens basis. This is a scheduled clinical hours only position to meet current scheduling needs. The role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic healthcare team in a growing community.

Patient Encounters: See approximately 15-20 patients per shift

Clinical Coverage: Provide pediatric outpatient care during scheduled 12-hour shifts (7am to 7pm)

Documentation: Provide supporting notes on timesheet entries to verify call back hours and overtime hours submitted

EMR Proficiency: Utilize Athena electronic medical record system

License: Must be licensed in Nevada or hold IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) certification

Board Certification: Board eligible or board certified in Pediatrics

Certifications: PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required

Fellowship: Pediatrics fellowship preferred

Medicaid: Preference for providers participating with Nevada Medicaid; if not participating, vendor must assist with enrollment

Documentation: Current CV/Resume required

Facility: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, 2001 Errecart Blvd, Elko, NV 89801

Practice Setting: Outpatient

EMR System: Athena

Start Date: September 21, 2026

Duration: Ongoing

Schedule: Multiple week-long blocks throughout September through December 2026

Organization: LifePoint Health

Support Team: Access to nursing staff and medical assistants

Temporary Privileges: Available for credentialing efficiency

Estimated Credentialing Time: 30 days

City: Elko, Nevada

Time Zone: Pacific (America/Los_Angeles)

Nearest Airport: Elko Regional Airport

Recommended Lodging: Home2 Suites by Hilton, TownePlace Suites by Marriott

Holidays Observed: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

Lodging: $300 per night (includes taxes and fees)

Airfare: $800 roundtrip

Rental Car: $75 per day

Mileage: 280 miles roundtrip reimbursement available

Insurance: Provided by vendor

Compensation Flexibility: Overtime, holiday, and call provisions available with specified multipliers

Name: Sue Herrman

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Role: Credentials, Provider Approval, Timesheet Approval, Invoice Approval, and Scheduling Contact

Open Communication

Sense of Urgency

Teamwork

Accountability

Driven to Win

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