Hospitalist

Cottage Health • Goleta, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Cottage Health is launching a new Hospitalist Program and is seeking a full-time, board-eligible/board-certified Hospitalist Physician to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive inpatient care at Cottage Hospitals and offers the opportunity to shape the future of hospitalist services while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have completed a residency in internal medicine or family medicine, be board-certified or board-eligible, and have experience managing complex, acute inpatient care. The position focuses on providing high-quality care, optimizing patient outcomes, and contributing to the growth of a state-of-the-art hospitalist program.

Requirements

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
• A passion for providing exceptional patient care and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Prior hospitalist experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care for adult patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, nurses, and support staff.
• Collaborate with attending physicians and other healthcare providers to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Manage complex, acute medical conditions, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care.
• Support the development and implementation of hospital protocols and clinical guidelines to optimize patient care and streamline hospitalist practices.
• Opportunities in teaching and mentoring of residents and medical students as part of our academic affiliation.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)
• Malpractice Coverage
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level