Hospitalist
Job ID: ORD-208936-MD-GA
Hospitalist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Georgia
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This job at a glance
- Dates needed: Ongoing locum tenens coverage needed
- Shift type: Day Shift;Night Shift
- Assignment type: Inpatient
- Call required: No
- Board certification required: Negotiable
Job description
About the facility
A 57-bed facility maintaining an average daily census of 50 patients with mixed acuity levels including open ICU capabilities is seeking locums. The hospital provides comprehensive medical services with robust specialist support including critical care, cardiology, surgery, orthopedics, urology, nephrology, and telemedicine services for infectious disease, psychiatry, and neurology. Emergency privileges are available to facilitate rapid credentialing for qualified candidates.
About the facility location
Georgia offers diverse recreational opportunities throughout the year with regional attractions including outdoor activities, cultural venues, and entertainment options. The state provides access to both urban amenities and natural landscapes, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking work-life balance. Georgia's favorable climate allows for year-round outdoor recreation and various seasonal activities.
About the clinician's workday
The hospitalist will provide comprehensive inpatient medical care working 12-hour shifts either during day hours (7 AM - 7 PM) or night hours (7 PM - 7 AM). Responsibilities include managing an average census of 18 patients, handling approximately 4 daily admissions and consults, and providing ICU coverage with critical care consultant support. The position requires ventilator management skills, particularly for night shift coverage, and clinicians must remain available by phone until shift completion. Outpatient follow-up care is coordinated through specialist referrals at discharge.
Additional job details
- Case load/PPD: 18
- Support staff: Specialists: critical care, cardiology, surgery, ortho, urology, nephrology tele-ID, tele-psych, tele-neuro
- Patient population: All Ages
- Location type: On-Site
- Prescriptive authority required: Yes
- Shift time(s): 7 AM - 7 PM and 7 PM - 7 AM
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Your dedicated recruiter
Mike Davis
Call / Text:
(770) 643-5638
Email:
mdavis@locumtenens.com
