Inpatient Pediatric Physician (MD/DO)

Step into a role where your pediatric expertise truly matters—join us as a Contract Inpatient Pediatric Physician (MD/DO) at Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC) in Gallup, New Mexico, a critical facility within the Navajo Area Indian Health Service (IHS). This is more than a contract—it’s an opportunity to deliver compassionate, high-quality inpatient care to a culturally rich community, all while working with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team in one of the Southwest’s most unique and rewarding regions.

Whether you’re an experienced locum physician or seeking a meaningful way to give back through service-focused medicine, this role offers the ideal balance of purpose, challenge, and clinical collaboration.

Learn more about our facility: https://www.ihs.gov/navajo/healthcarefacilities/gallup/

Position Highlights:

• 12-hour inpatient shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, scheduled according to the facility’s call rotation 
• Minimum of 10–14 shifts per month, which may include both weekdays and weekends 
• Long-term contract with potential for extension 
• Pediatric Locum Tenens contract position 
• Work authorized under any state's active, unrestricted U.S. medical license 
• Local or travel locum candidates welcome 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient pediatric care, including admissions, rounding, and discharges 
• Manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions in a hospital setting 
• Work closely with pediatric nurses, family medicine providers, and specialists 
• Respond to pediatric emergencies and consults as needed 
• Maintain detailed and timely documentation in the EHR 
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and care teams 
• Support continuity of care through effective handoffs and follow-up planning 
• Participate in care coordination and quality improvement efforts
   

Additional Duties:
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed by clinical leadership. This job description is not all-inclusive and duties may evolve based on facility and patient care needs.

Indian Preference Exercised:
Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be granted to individuals as required by Section 22-2-4(B).

Apply today to meet with our recruitment team!

 Required Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution 
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics 
• Active, unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory 
• Minimum 2 years of post-residency clinical experience in inpatient pediatric settings 
• Current certifications: BLS and PALS (ACLS and NRP preferred) 
• U.S. citizenship and current residence in the continental United States 
• Certification of education (copy of diploma or transcripts required) 
• Current DEA license and eligibility to prescribe medications 
• Strong pediatric diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills 
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems (RPMS preferred) 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities 
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team 
• Willingness to comply with all federal and state medical practice regulations 
• Adaptability to a flexible and dynamic work environment 
• Valid driver’s license may be required

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now and speak with our recruiting team about becoming part of this impactful journey.