Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Alabama / Locum tenens / Physician - Pediatric Hospitalist Job

We are seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist Physician for a 45-day assignment with our client in Alabama, starting Oct 5, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts with rounding and offsite call, focusing on inpatient pediatric rounding, ED consults, and newborn couplet care with NNP support. Responsibilities and Duties Rounding on a inpatient pediatric floor Performing ED consults Providing newborn couplet care with NNP support Participating in out of house call from home Collaborating with on-site pediatric pulmonology, endocrinology, and cardiology subspecialists Consulting with pediatric orthopedics and adult surgery teams Accessing UAB subspecialists for consultations Additional Information Board Certification in Pediatrics required 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.