Opportunity:
Physician - Pediatrics - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Job Details:
- Locum tenens position available due to facility restructure, with 3 locum providers needed to fill ongoing coverage needs
- All RN department with 45 beds in the NICU and 19 patient encounters per shift
- Newborn/neonatal acute and chronic care is required
- Exchange transfusion is required
- Umbilical arterial catheter (UAC) and umbilical venous catheter (UVC) placement is required
- Ventilation management for pediatrics is preferred
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider/Instructor certification is required; PALS is recommended; BLS is required
- Board certification is required with a minimum of certified status
- Fellowship training required
- Level 3 Pediatric facility
- Preferred skills include non-invasive ventilation management, intubation, conscious and deep sedation, central and arterial lines, lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tube insertion, X-ray and EKG interpretation, and circumcision
- Preferred neonatal skills include Level II/III NICU care, ECMO, hemodialysis catheter placement, evaluation and management of acute volume/blood pressure issues, and attendance at high-risk C-sections
Facility:
This is a well-established medical center offering a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a Level 3 Pediatric facility with a 45-bed NICU. The facility is staffed by an all-RN department and is committed to providing high-quality neonatal and perinatal care. The organization supports a collaborative environment focused on delivering advanced care to its most vulnerable patients.
Location:
Tucson, AZ
Tucson offers a vibrant blend of rich cultural heritage, stunning desert landscapes, and a warm, sunny climate year-round, making it an exceptional place to live and work. With access to world-class dining, outdoor recreation in the surrounding Sonoran Desert, and a thriving arts scene, Tucson provides an outstanding quality of life for healthcare professionals.