Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Pediatrics in California

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Pediatrics MD in California!

About The Position

 Experienced Pediatrician needed for a short-term locum tenens assignment in California. This 12-day opportunity, starting 05/16/2025, involves working at a clinic providing comprehensive pediatric care for patients 18 and under. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The role includes managing 3 to 4 patients per hour, conducting both sick and well visits. Morning appointments end at 11 AM, allowing time for charting before lunch. This position requires an active California medical license, proficiency with Nextgen EMR, and offers potential for extension.

Job Details:

Location: California

Facility Type: Clinic

Start Date: 05/16/2025

LOA: 12 days

Provider Type Needed: Physician (Pediatrician)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care for patients 18 and under

• Conduct sick and well visits

• Manage 3 to 4 patients per hour

• Perform routine physical examinations and health screenings

• Diagnose and treat common pediatric illnesses and conditions

• Administer vaccinations and provide preventive care

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Nextgen EMR

• Complete charting during designated times between appointments

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed

• Provide patient and family education on health maintenance and disease prevention

• Ensure adherence to all clinic policies and procedures

• Stay current with the latest developments in pediatric care

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed to practice medicine in California

• Board certification in Pediatrics required

• Experience in high-volume pediatric practice preferred

• Proficiency with Nextgen EMR system required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with children and families

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinic environment

• Flexibility to adapt to varying patient needs

• Willingness to complete charting during designated times

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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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.