Locum Hospitalist Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Hospitalist Physician

• Setting: Acute care hospital (inpatient)

• Schedule: Scheduled shifts, no call

• Shift timing: 18:00–06:00 (standard 5, 12-hour shifts)

• Assignment: 13 weeks

• Start date: 01-04-27

• Pay: $180/hr–$190/hr

Description

You will oversee the care of hospitalized patients from admission through diagnosis, treatment, and discharge planning. The role includes daily rounds, EMR documentation, coordination with other healthcare professionals and specialists, and emergency response. In facilities without an on-site critical care physician, you may perform procedures such as intubations and central lines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inpatient patient care from admission through discharge planning

• Ensure continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare professionals

• Coordinate with specialists for complex cases

• Document patient care thoroughly in the EMR

• Conduct daily rounds, update treatment plans, and address new concerns

• Perform procedures such as intubations and central lines when needed

• Communicate with patients and families about diagnoses and treatment plans

• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate intervention

• Collaborate with case managers and social workers to develop discharge plans

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

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

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

• Active and unrestricted Alaska medical license

• Current ACLS certification

• Preferably at least one year of clinical experience

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management