Pediatrician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Canon City, Colorado

• Job Reference Id: ORD-225994-MD-CO
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: Feb 18-21; Mar 12-15; Mar 26-29
• Shift Type: 24-Hour Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This non-profit critical access hospital operates as the primary healthcare resource for the surrounding rural communities, delivering inpatient and emergency services at a Trauma Level 4 designation. The facility is sponsored by CommonSpirit Health and maintains established clinical protocols to support locum tenens pediatric coverage. Structured workflows and on-site nursing support are in place to facilitate coordinated care delivery across all assigned coverage periods.

The area surrounding this assignment offers clinicians access to a range of outdoor, cultural, and recreational attractions. The region is known for its scenic natural landscapes, including opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, and exploration of canyon terrain. Local museums and historical sites provide cultural interest, while the proximity to the Arkansas River corridor supports activities such as whitewater rafting and fishing. Clinicians will find a variety of dining, lodging, and community amenities within easy reach of the assignment site.

The clinician will provide inpatient pediatric coverage on a 24-hour call basis, with shifts structured from 6:00 AM to 6:00 AM, at a Trauma Level 4 critical access hospital. Clinical responsibilities include newborn admissions and discharges, resuscitations, circumcisions, and emergency department consults. All clinical documentation is to be completed using the EPIC EMR system. Registered nurse support is available throughout each assigned coverage period.

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: RN
• Patient Population: Peds
• Call Ratio/Schedule: Average CB: 2.5hrs
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Times: 24-hour call; 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM; inpatient on-site; call required
• Procedures Required: Newborn admission and discharge; resuscitations; circumcisions; ED consults
• CertificationsRequired: Board certification required; Colorado medical license or LOQ required; NRP required; BLS required; PALS required; DEA required;

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