Locum Hospitalist Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Hospitalist Physician

• Location: San Diego, California

• Start Date: 11/30/26

• Length: 26 weeks

• Schedule: Scheduled shifts, no call; 07:00–19:00 (12-hour)

Description

Locum Hospitalist Physician coverage at an acute care hospital, providing inpatient management from admission through diagnosis, treatment, and discharge planning. You will perform daily rounds, document thoroughly in the EMR, coordinate with specialists and the multidisciplinary team, and respond to emergencies. At facilities without an on-site critical care physician, you may also perform procedures such as intubations and central lines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hospitalized patients from admission through discharge planning

• Ensure continuity of care with other healthcare professionals

• Coordinate with specialists for complex cases

• Document patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Conduct daily rounds to update treatment plans

• Perform procedures (e.g., intubations, central lines) when applicable

• Communicate diagnoses and treatment plans with patients and families

• Respond to emergency situations with immediate intervention

• Collaborate with case managers and social workers for safe discharge plans

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Residency training in internal medicine or family medicine (ACGME/AOA)

• Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine (ABIM/AOBIM)

• Active and unrestricted medical license in California

• Current ACLS certification

• 1+ year of clinical experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent locum tenens pay

• Flexible scheduling with controlled workload

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support