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Palm Health Resources lists this Pediatrics Physician opportunity in tacoma, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locum Pediatric & Congenital Cardiac Anesthesiologist Tacoma, WAPalm Health Resources is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric & Congenital Cardiac Anesthesiologist for an ongoing locum assignment in Tacoma, Washington .
This is an opportunity to support the continued growth of a rapidly evolving, high-acuity pediatric and congenital heart program , including cardiac surgery, Cath/EP, advanced cardiac imaging, and congenital heart disease patients across the lifespan.
Assignment HighlightsLocation: Tacoma, WA
Start: ASAP Ongoing
Setting: Inpatient childrens hospital / congenital heart program
Scheduled clinical coverage + call
24/7 congenital cardiac call model
Approximately 1 cardiac surgery patient/day, plus Cath/EP and imaging
8 ORs Epic EMR
Temp privileges available
Nationally competitive 1099 compensation Palm pays at the maximum approved rate
Travel, lodging, and malpractice provided
Clinical ScopeCoverage includes:
Pediatric and congenital cardiac surgery pump and non-pump cases
Cardiac Cath and Electrophysiology
Cardiac CT and MRI
Non-cardiac procedures for patients with congenital heart disease
Pediatric and adult congenital heart disease patients
Emergency/add-on cardiac cases, reoperations and take-backs
Call is coordinated with the on-call cardiac surgeon and interventional cardiologist for operative, Cath/EP, and other after-hours congenital cardiac needs.
When available, physicians may also assist with weekday pediatric anesthesia coverage and serve as third-call airway emergency backup .
Not included: OB anesthesia, routine general pediatric anesthesia call, or adult anesthesia outside congenital heart disease.
RequirementsBoard Certified Anesthesiologist
Pediatric Anesthesiology fellowship required
Strong pediatric/congenital cardiac anesthesia experience
BLS, ACLS, PALS, ABLS
Why This AssignmentThis is particularly attractive for a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist who wants to contribute to a growing congenital heart program , rather than simply filling OR shifts. The combination of cardiac surgery, Cath/EP, imaging, and adult congenital exposure offers meaningful subspecialty work in a market where fellowship-trained pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists remain difficult to recruit.
Tacoma / Puget SoundTacoma offers convenient access through Sea-Tac Airport , proximity to Seattle, waterfront neighborhoods, and easy access to Mount Rainier and the broader Puget Sound regionmaking it a practical location for both shorter blocks and extended assignments.
Palm Health Resources Locum BenefitsTop-tier 1099 compensation
We negotiate aggressively and pay at the maximum approved rate
Paid malpractice insurance
Travel and lodging coverage
Rental car or mileage support when applicable
Dedicated travel coordination
Full credentialing and onboarding support
Licensing assistance when applicable
Dedicated recruiter throughout the assignment
Flexible and nationwide locum opportunities
Extension opportunities
ICBA independent-contractor resources
Health, dental, life and disability options through contractor resources
Tax, legal, financial and accounting resources
Contact Palm Health Resources to discuss schedule, call structure, compensation and availability .
Who can apply
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