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Locum Tenens Opportunity: Nocturnist Hospitalist Physician Near Summitville, TN

We are actively seeking a skilled Nocturnist Hospitalist Physician for a locum tenens position near Summitville, TN. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who are passionate about providing high-quality care during the night shifts and are looking for a temporary, yet impactful role. If you are an experienced hospitalist looking for a rewarding nocturnist position, we encourage you to apply.

Position Overview:

• Specialty: Hospitalist Medicine
• Location: Near Summitville, TN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Length: 3 months, with the potential for extension
• Position Type: Locum Tenens
• Shift Type: Nights only

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:
  • Provide comprehensive inpatient care during the night shifts.
  • Manage admissions, ongoing patient care, and discharge planning as needed.
  • Coordinate with nursing staff, ancillary services, and other healthcare providers to ensure high-quality care.
• Coverage:
  • Work exclusively during nocturnal hours, providing consistent night-time coverage.
  • Handle all inpatient needs from 7 PM to 7 AM.
  • Address urgent and emergent patient conditions in a timely manner.

Practice Details:

• Support Staff:
  • Collaborate with a full team of nurses, physician assistants, and administrative staff.
  • Access to specialty consults as needed.
• EMR System: Experience with EMR systems is required, with training provided as necessary.
• Board Certification: Must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Licensure: Must hold or be willing to obtain a Tennessee medical license.
• Certification Requirements:
  • BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
  • Must be comfortable working independently during night shifts.
• Patient Load:
  • Manage an average of 15-20 patients per night.
  • Perform admissions and cover floor calls.

Why This Opportunity?

• Night Shifts: Focus exclusively on nocturnal care, with shifts running from 7 PM to 7 AM.
• Flexible Assignment: Initial 3-month commitment with potential for extension based on mutual agreement.
• Impactful Role: Play a key role in ensuring continuity of care during night-time hours.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience in a high-demand specialty with the support of a dedicated healthcare team.

This locum tenens nocturnist position near Summitville, TN, offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying the flexibility of a locum role. If you are board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job ID: j-242552

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