Pediatrician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Clinic in Massachusetts

LocumTenens.com
Spencer, MA, 01562, USA
  • Healthcare
  • Temporary
Our job summary
Rapid 1–2 day credentialing for a short locum with concierge support. Outpatient pediatric locum, day shift, Framingham MA, Aug 10–21 (all dates), on-site with call until 10 PM; clinic schedule ~12–15 pts/day, 1 MA, 1 nurse, 1 secretary; locums contract. - Board certified or eligible pediatrician - Current COVID and influenza vaccinations - Prescriptive authority - Comfortable with chart-as-you-go documentation - Able to provide night call coverage until 10:00 PM
Full description

This Job at a Glance

  • Job Reference Id: ORD-210467-MD-MA

  • Title: MD

  • Dates Needed: August 10-21 (would need all dates covered)

  • Shift Type: Day Shift

  • Assignment Type: Outpatient; Clinic

  • Call Required: Yes

  • Board Certification Required: Negotiable

  • Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This private practice pediatric facility serves patients from newborn through 21 years of age in an outpatient clinic setting. The practice maintains a supportive environment with dedicated medical assistants, nursing staff, and administrative support. Credentialing can be completed within 1-2 days to facilitate rapid deployment.

About the Facility Location

Framingham offers access to diverse attractions within the greater Boston area, including the New England Aquarium and scenic harbor sunset cruises that showcase the city‘s skyline and Inner Harbor Islands. The area features cultural venues such as art museums and galleries, with nearby educational institutions like Smith College hosting rotating exhibitions. Local events include festivals and performances throughout the region, with entertainment options ranging from dance festivals to various seasonal activities.

About the Clinician‘s Workday

The clinician will deliver comprehensive outpatient pediatric care for patients ranging from newborns to 21 years of age, managing 12-15 patients daily with emphasis on routine physicals and sick visits. Responsibilities include maintaining call coverage until 10:00 PM with triage service support that minimizes direct physician contact, with major cases referred to Mass General or Children‘s Hospital. The position requires board certification or eligibility, current COVID and flu vaccinations, and adherence to chart-as-you-go documentation practices while maintaining flexible lunch scheduling with continued call availability.


Additional Job Details

  • Case Load/PPD: 12-15

  • Support Staff: 1 medical assistant, 1 nurse, and 1 secretary

  • Patient Population: Children

  • Call Ratio/Schedule: Call until 10PM at night every day / have triage service to potentially answer calls so very few ever get to the doc / if major

  • Location Type: On-Site

  • Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes

  • Government: No


Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

  • Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm

  • Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet

  • Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist

  • Digital hub for assignment details


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