Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

Job DescriptionHospitalist Physician (MD/DO)Position SummaryThe Hospitalist Physician provides comprehensive inpatient medical care to hospitalized patients. This role focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute medical conditions and exacerbations of chronic disease, coordination of multidisciplinary care, and facilitation of safe transitions of care using evidence-based, patient-centered practices.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide direct inpatient care for hospitalized patientsPerform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and daily patient assessmentsDiagnose and manage acute illnesses and complications of chronic medical conditionsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plansManage patient admissions, daily rounding, and dischargesRespond to changes in patient condition, including urgent and emergent clinical issuesCoordinate care with consulting specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary servicesParticipate in interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination meetingsCommunicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructionsEnsure safe transitions of care and appropriate outpatient follow-upMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationParticipate in quality improvement, patient safety, and utilization management initiativesSupervise and educate residents, medical students, or advanced practice providers as applicableComply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standardsQualificationsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical schoolCompletion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency programBoard-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family MedicineAbility to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensureDEA registration or eligibilitySkills and CompetenciesStrong inpatient clinical assessment and decision-making skillsAbility to manage complex, acutely ill patientsExcellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skillsStrong organizational and documentation abilitiesCommitment to evidence-based, high-quality patient careWork EnvironmentAcute care hospital inpatient unitsSchedule may include day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts depending on program structurePhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and move throughout hospital unitsManual dexterity for bedside assessments and proceduresVisual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient evaluation and communication