Description

This on-site, full-time contract position offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality inpatient care within the medical practice industry.

As a Locum Hospitalist, you will provide comprehensive care to hospitalized adult patients, managing acute and chronic medical conditions, coordinating discharge planning, and collaborating closely with nursing staff, consultants, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage a diverse caseload of hospitalized adult patients with internal medicine conditions
Perform comprehensive admission histories and physical examinations
Develop and implement evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
Coordinate care with consulting specialists, nursing staff, and case management teams
Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record
Lead discharge planning and ensure safe, effective transitions of care
Respond promptly to clinical emergencies and rapid response situations
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and primary care providers
Adhere to hospital policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine
Current, unrestricted state medical license in Maine or eligibility to obtain one
Active DEA registration and relevant certifications such as ACLS and BLS
Prior experience in hospitalist or inpatient internal medicine practice preferred
Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic reasoning, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams
Proficiency with electronic health record systems and documentation standards
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, on-site hospital environment
Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in locum tenens assignments

Schedule: 8a-6p, 7 on/7 off

No call requirement

Patient Volume: <15 per day

No procedures required

Some ICU involvement

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses