Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Washington

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Washington!

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a 21-day locum tenens assignment at a clinic in Washington. This opportunity, starting on September 1, 2025, requires out-of-house call coverage from 7 AM to 7 AM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a variety of pediatric cases, including newborn admissions, pediatric admissions, and ED consultations. This role requires high acuity skills and the ability to stabilize and transfer patients when necessary, as the facility does not have a NICU. The assignment offers the potential for extension and provides an excellent opportunity for a qualified Pediatric Hospitalist to contribute their expertise in a challenging clinical setting.

Job Details: 

Location: Washington 

Facility Type: Clinic 

Start Date: September 1, 2025 

LOA: 21 days (with potential for extension) 

Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Hospitalist 

Schedule: 24-hour out-of-house call coverage (7 AM - 7 AM)

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide out-of-house call coverage for pediatric patients 
• Manage newborn admissions, pediatric admissions, and ED consultations 
• Serve as a specialist consultant for family medicine providers with admitted patients 
• Stabilize high-acuity cases and coordinate transfers to higher-level facilities when necessary 
• Perform all inpatient call coverage duties 
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records 
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care 
• Adhere to all clinic protocols and safety standards

Additional Information: 

• Must be licensed to practice medicine in Washington 
• Experience in high-acuity pediatric care is required 
• Strong skills in stabilizing and managing critical pediatric cases 
• Ability to make quick decisions regarding patient transfers 
• Comfortable working without NICU support 
• Excellent communication skills for effective consultation with other providers

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.

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.