Pediatric Hospitalist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine – Eureka, CA

Join a leading facility in Eureka, California, as a Pediatric Hospitalist specializing in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Enjoy a flexible schedule with 24-hour call shifts, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits—all while making a meaningful impact on neonatal and pediatric patient care. Immediate start available for qualified providers ready to deliver exceptional healthcare.

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Quick Facts

• Location: Eureka, CA
• Start Date: 10/02/2026
• Schedule: Inpatient, 24-Hour Call (6am-6am)
• Duration: Ongoing with potential extensions
• Hours per Week: Variable
• Employment Type: Locum/Temporary
• Licensure: Active California medical license required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
• Experience: Pediatric hospitalist with neonatology experience or neonatologist comfortable seeing pediatrics

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Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $1.00/hr (please note this is a placeholder; pay discussed upon application)
• Pay Package: Competitive pay packages with weekly direct deposit
• Benefits: Medical coverage (W-2), paid sick time, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements, comprehensive medical benefits, and a robust referral bonus program
• Additional Perks: 24/7 dedicated support team, paid sick leave, licensure and certification reimbursements

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What You’ll Do

• Provide inpatient neonatal and pediatric care with a focus on NICU management for patients down to 32 weeks gestation
• Perform neonatal airway management including intubation and care for neonatal air leaks or pneumothorax
• Conduct emergent UVC placement in delivery room settings and manage neonatal UVC/UAC lines
• Perform lumbar punctures, EKG interpretation, and ventilator management as needed
• Manage preemies and neonates with complex conditions within NICU settings
• Collaborate with ED and anesthesia teams on pediatric airway emergencies and intubations
• Respond to neonatal and pediatric emergencies, including chest tube insertions in neonates

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What You Need
Required:

• Active California medical license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics within 3-5 years of residency
• Current CV, ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP certifications
• 24 months of relevant clinical activity
• References ready to respond immediately

Preferred:

• Neonatal airway management experience
• Ventilator management skills
• Neonatal chest tube insertion experience

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About the Assignment
This assignment involves working at a leading facility in Eureka, California, providing specialized neonatal and pediatric inpatient care. The role focuses on managing NICU patients, including preemies and neonates requiring critical care interventions, with approximately 80% NICU and 20% pediatric responsibilities. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate and expert care to vulnerable patients in a dynamic hospital environment.

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