Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Neonatal

Doctor of Medicine | Neonatal Location: Texas Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Neonatal MD in Texas!

We are seeking a board-certified Neonatologist for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in Texas starting Dec 13, 2025. This role features 24-hour shifts with rounding plus call from home or hotel, covering a NICU and newborn nursery. The assignment is ideal for a doctor eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a hospital working towards a NICU designation.

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Texas
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 13, 2025
• LOA: 10 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Neonatologist
• Schedule:
  
  24-hour shifts with rounding plus call from home/hotel; dates needed:
  Dec 13, Dec 14, Dec 21–28, Dec 31

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive care for premature and critically ill newborns in a NICU and newborn nursery
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient outcomes
• Support families and foster strong communication during the NICU stay
• Participate in efforts as the hospital works towards NICU designation
• Utilize advanced technology within a state-of-the-art NICU facility

Additional Information

• Board certification in Neonatology required (board eligible not accepted)
• Active Texas medical license required
• Must have at least 6 months of recent clinical experience in Neonatology and have been clinically active within the past year
• Clean background and no malpractice history required for fast credentialing
• Completion of prescreen questionnaire required
• CV must be in MM/YYYY format with all gaps explained

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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