Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Critical Care Pediatric job in Columbus, GA paying $290/hour - $320/hour.
Job Details:
- Position: Physician
- Specialty: Critical Care Pediatric
- Start Date: 04-01-25
- Length: 26 weeks
Schedule and Coverage:
- Shift Coverage: Scheduled + On Call required
- Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 8-Hour 07:00 (Flexible) - 17:00 (Flexible)
About the Facility:
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
About Locum Critical Care Physician Jobs:
This is a generalized description of locum critical care physician job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, geographic location and patient population.
General Job Responsibilities:
- Provide direct medical care to critically ill patients, including diagnosis, treatment and monitoring.
- Oversee the operation of the ICU, including staffing, equipment and protocols.
- Perform a variety of medical procedures, such as intubation, central venous catheter placement and mechanical ventilation.
- Provide consultation services to other members of the medical team regarding critically ill patients.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records.
Skills:
- Demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise in critical care medicine.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, to effectively interact with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Think critically and solve complex medical problems.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities in managing the ICU and coordinating patient care.
- Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.
Minimum Education Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Residency training program in internal medicine, surgery, anesthesiology or a related field, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
- Fellowship training in critical care medicine.
License & Certifications:
- Board certification in critical care medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), or a similar certifying body.
- Active and unrestricted medical license in Georgia.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Experience:
- While specific requirements may vary, most locum critical care physician positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.
Additional Notes:
- Locum tenens critical care physician positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities.
- These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing critical care physicians to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
- Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum physicians, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended.
- Qualifications and educational requirements for critical care sub-specialties may vary.
With Aya Locums, you get:
- Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
- Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
- Dedicated application and assignment support.
- In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
- Travel and lodging coverage.
- Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
- Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
- Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.