Job Description
Doctor of Medicine | Neonatal Location: California Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Neonatal MD in California!
We are actively seeking a skilled Neonatologist for an engaging 45-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Apr 27, 2026. This vital role involves covering 12-hour day shifts within the NICU, transitioning to overnight out-of-house call. The Physician will manage NICU cases, attend high-risk deliveries for infants 30 weeks and up, and perform critical procedures including intubations and line placements.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Provide 12-hour day shifts in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) from 8:30am to 8:30pm.
• Manage out-of-house call from 8:30pm to 8:30am each night following day shifts.
• Oversee NICU cases, attending to an average daily census of 21 patients.
• Attend high-risk deliveries for infants 30 weeks gestation and up.
• Perform critical medical procedures including intubations and PICC/Umbilical line placements.
• Provide oversight for advanced therapies such as High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV), nitric oxide, and induced hypothermia.
• Handle other inpatient admissions as required.
• Collaborate within a facility delivering approximately 350 babies per year, with L&D on the same floor as the NICU.
Additional Information
• Required Board Certification: Neonatology
• EMR System: Cerner
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.
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About Barton Associates
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.
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