Physician - Neonatologist

Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Neonatologist for a 9-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Jan 11, 2026. This ongoing opportunity requires 24-hour call coverage in the NICU from the 11th to the 20th (ending the morning of the 21st) of every month.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Jan 11, 2026
• LOA: 9 days
• Provider Type Needed: Neonatologist
• Schedule: 24-hour call coverage, 7am-7am, January 11-20 (ending 21st am) of every month

Responsibilities and Duties

• Round daily in the NICU
• Provide on-call coverage for nursing staff and respond to patient needs at the hospital as required
• No nursery rounding; pediatric hospitalists manage the nursery
• Deliver high-quality neonatal and perinatal medicine care in accordance with current standards

Additional Information

• Board Certified or Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine required
• California medical license required
• BLS, NRP, and DEA certifications required during credentialing
• Must be listed as a paneled member of California Children Services at submission
• Substantial recent experience in neonatology required
• Clean malpractice history required
• Must be available at time of name clear

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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.