As of 12/4/25, here are a few of the current highest-paying Pediatric Hospital Medicine Locum Tenens jobs in the U.S. Choose from these 6 exclusive contracts paying up to $197 per hour, or search all jobs below, or apply now to be matched with a recruiter for more personalized service.
AMN Healthcare is dedicated to connecting Pediatric Hospitalists with exciting locum tenens opportunities across the United States. Major cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and Dallas are just a few locations where healthcare facilities frequently seek Pediatric Hospitalists for temporary placements. These positions provide the chance to work in diverse environments, expanding your professional network and experience in various clinical settings. Whether you’re based in a bustling urban area or a smaller community, our offerings can help you find the right fit to match your career goals and lifestyle.
As a Pediatric Hospitalist, your role encompasses a range of responsibilities that hospitals may require. This includes managing the care of hospitalized children, conducting patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, coordinating with specialists, and facilitating family-centered care. Your expertise is crucial in both inpatient settings and for emergency consultations. Healthcare facilities that employ Pediatric Hospitalists include children’s hospitals, general hospitals with pediatric departments, academic medical centers, and community health organizations. Working in locum tenens positions allows you to immerse yourself in various practices, enhancing your clinical skills while addressing the staffing needs of diverse facilities.
Traveling across the U.S. as a locum tenens Pediatric Hospitalist offers not just professional fulfillment but also the chance to experience the country. While you care for patients, you can explore fascinating sites such as the Grand Canyon in Arizona, enjoy the vibrant culture of New Orleans, or take in the breathtaking views of the beaches in Miami. Before committing to locums work, it’s essential for Pediatric Hospitalists to consider three key aspects: the flexibility of scheduling, the potential for higher hourly rates compared to permanent positions, and the variety of practice environments available. While permanent jobs provide stability and long-term benefits, locum tenens positions offer unique advantages: autonomy in choosing assignments, diverse clinical experiences, and the freedom to travel—all while enjoying valuable professional growth.
AMN Healthcare currently offers an array of locum tenens opportunities for Pediatric Hospitalists across the United States. With 6 positions available nationwide, temporary contracts provide physicians with the flexibility to work in various settings and locations. Whether you’re looking for a locum assignment in a bustling metropolitan area or a smaller community, AMN Healthcare connects Pediatric Hospitalists with rewarding positions tailored to their career goals. Locum jobs are a perfect fit for physicians seeking part-time or travel jobs that allow them to gain experience in different clinical environments.
AMN Healthcare understands that Pediatric Hospitalists have diverse career paths, and the available locums positions in the U.S. reflect that. These positions span different facility types, allowing physicians with varying professional backgrounds to find a role that matches their expertise. This range of options ensures that regardless of where you are in your career, there is a locum tenens position that fits your qualifications.
Pediatric Hospitalists taking on locum tenens assignments can expect competitive compensation. Based on recent historical job data, the hourly pay rates for the available jobs range between $16 and $236 with an average hourly pay of $168 per hour. This flexible pay scale reflects the diverse nature of locum jobs from AMN Healthcare, factoring in location, facility type, and physician experience. Based on the 6 available Pediatric Hospital Medicine travel job listings as of 12/4/25, the current pay range is between $141 and $197 per hour, and $182 per hour on average.
One of the advantages of working with AMN Healthcare is the flexibility offered by locum tenens contracts. Pediatric Hospitalists can choose from locum assignments with start dates that suit their availability. As of 12/4/25, AMN Healthcare has locum positions with a variety of start dates including 12/18/25 (6 jobs), allowing physicians to plan their schedules around their personal and professional commitments. This flexibility is particularly valuable for doctors looking to balance their clinical work with other interests.
The locum tenens Pediatric Hospital Medicine jobs available through AMN Healthcare are offered in a wide variety of healthcare settings. Over the past year, facilities such as Short Term Acute Care Hospital (168 jobs), Critical Access Hospital (14 jobs), Children’s Hospital (4 jobs), and Dialysis Center (3 jobs) have posted openings for Pediatric Hospitalists seeking temporary assignments. These diverse settings give physicians the opportunity to work in different clinical environments, gain valuable experience, and contribute to patient care in various communities across the United States. Whether you prefer the fast-paced atmosphere of a hospital or the academic focus of a university, AMN Healthcare offers locum opportunities to match your preferences.
AMN Healthcare currently has 6 Pediatric Hospital Medicine jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.