Physician - Pediatrics

Opportunity:

Physician - Pediatrics

Job Details:

• Provide pediatric physician coverage on a locum tenens basis starting August 1, 2026 on an ongoing basis
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• See approximately 7 patient encounters per shift
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• Department consists of 15 beds
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• Facility is a Level 3 trauma center with a Level 1 Pediatrics designation
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• Board certification required (minimum board certification eligible)
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• Required certifications include: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS
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• Required specialty skills include: Non-invasive ventilation management (neo-puff), newborn ventilation management (acute), newborn intubation (ETT/NT), UVC, UAC, and needle pneumothorax/decompression
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• Preferred specialty skills include: Chest tube insertion, suturing minor lacerations, and circumcision
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• Nearest airport is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport or Dallas Love Field

Facility:

This healthcare facility is a community-based medical group offering a range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a dedicated pediatrics department. The facility operates as a Level 3 trauma center with a Level 1 Pediatrics designation, providing critical care and specialty services to the surrounding region. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality patient care across multiple specialties and maintaining a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Location:

Durant, OK

Durant, Oklahoma offers a welcoming small-town community with a rich cultural heritage and close proximity to the beautiful Lake Texoma, one of the largest reservoirs in the United States, providing ample outdoor recreation opportunities. The city's convenient location near the Texas border and the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area makes it an accessible and attractive destination for those seeking a balance of quiet, community-focused living with easy access to big-city amenities.