Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) :Hospitalist;Internal Medicine
About The Position
This opportunity is for an associate-level physician providing high-quality inpatient care in a dynamic medical practice environment. The Hospitalist provides comprehensive care to hospitalized adult patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions. The physician coordinates with nursing staff, consulting specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams to support seamless care transitions and optimal patient outcomes. The position is at a Level II Trauma facility with 500+ beds and a daily census of 250+ patients, with 18–22 patients per physician. The physician will round in the ICU; procedures are not required. APPs provide support. The EMR is Meditech Expanse. The schedule is 7 p.m.–7 a.m., seven days on/seven days off, with no call requirement. Paid travel and expenses are provided.
Requirements
- Valid, unrestricted MD or DO medical license eligible for practice in Florida.
- Board certification in Internal Medicine is required.
- Current DEA registration.
- Active BLS and ACLS certifications.
- Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic reasoning, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to manage high patient volumes efficiently while maintaining quality of care.
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation.
- Flexibility to adapt to contract scheduling and varying hospital workflows.
Nice To Haves
- Hospitalist experience or a strong focus on inpatient internal medicine.
- Eligibility for Internal Medicine board certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive admission evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for hospitalized patients.
- Manage acute and chronic internal medicine conditions across a diverse patient population.
- Perform daily rounds, monitor patient progress, and adjust care plans as clinically indicated.
- Coordinate discharge planning and ensure safe, timely transitions to outpatient or post-acute care.
- Collaborate with consulting specialists to support multidisciplinary care decisions.
- Accurately document clinical findings, procedures, and treatment decisions in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team about diagnoses and treatment options.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to hospital protocols and patient safety standards.
- Respond promptly to clinical emergencies and rapid response situations.
- Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based medicine and hospital medicine best practices.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
