Pediatric Hospitalist Physician – Locum Tenens Opportunity in Asheville, North Carolina

Join a locum tenens pediatric hospitalist team in Asheville, NC, and provide meaningful inpatient care for hospitalized children in a collaborative setting. This 16-week pediatric physician opportunity offers consistent night coverage, competitive weekly pay, and the chance to work in a vibrant mountain city known for its Blue Ridge views, outdoor recreation, and arts scene.

Job Details

• Setting: Inpatient pediatric hospitalist coverage
• Location: Asheville, NC 28801
• Employment Type: Locum tenens physician job
• Start Date: October 1, 2026
• End Date: January 21, 2027
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,160-$7,290
• Openings: 3

Job Requirements

• Board Certified Physician with pediatric hospitalist experience
• Active North Carolina medical license and North Carolina DEA required
• At least 1 year of pediatric hospitalist experience required
• PALS certification required
• Experience managing pediatric subspecialty patients
• Comfortable working in a high-acuity inpatient pediatric setting
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide night coverage for pediatric hospitalist patients
• Evaluate and manage 10-18 patients per shift
• Perform lumbar punctures and place select IJ lines as needed
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists and the inpatient care team
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to hospitalized children
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and communicate clearly during handoffs

Apply now for this Pediatric Hospitalist Physician locum tenens opportunity in Asheville, North Carolina.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.