About this opportunity
Pediatrician lists this Locum Pediatric Specialist - 24hr Call Coverage - Pendleton, OR opportunity in pendleton, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locum | Physician – Pediatrics
Location: Pendleton, OR
Overview
Hospital-based pediatric locum opportunity in Pendleton, OR, providing 24/7 call coverage with a strong focus on newborn and pediatric inpatient care . Provider must be confident practicing independently with no on-site backup.
Practice Highlights
Schedule: 24-hour call coverage, expected 1–4 hours onsite daily
Coverage for newborn care from OB, ED admissions, or med-surg consults
No NICU – provider stabilizes and transfers if needed
Admissions: ~1 per month through ED
Patients per day: 0–6 (varies)
Must round daily and serve as primary care provider for newborns/pediatric patients
Solo coverage – no backup available
Candidate Requirements
Board Certified in Pediatrics OR IM/FM with significant Peds & Neonatal experience – REQUIRED
3-year Pediatric Residency – REQUIRED
PALS & NRP – REQUIRED
OR License – REQUIRED
Must demonstrate inpatient care to at least 24 pediatric patients as attending in the past 24 months
Clean malpractice/background – strongly preferred
Local candidates (no flights) – highly preferred
Schedule & Coverage
Dates of Coverage:
12/5 (7a) – 12/7 (7a)
12/18 (7a) – 12/21 (7a)
12/31 (7a) – 1/5 (7a)
Average Callback: ~1 hour
Rounding required daily, 1–4 hours (varies)
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive locum rates
Travel/lodging options available if non-local
Full support staff on-site
EMR: Standard hospital system
Deal Breaker Skills
Provider MUST be comfortable with neonatal resuscitation, intubation, line placement, and emergency medications to stabilize and transfer when needed.
Why Pendleton, OR?
Small community with a supportive hospital environment, known for its scenic beauty, outdoor activities, and family-friendly lifestyle.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are available for the listed dates, please submit your CV and availability for immediate consideration .
Worksite address
pendleton, OR, 97801, US
Who can apply
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