Locum | Hospitalist NP - Natick MA
Job at a glance
Job description
Assignment Length:
- Initial 6-month contract
- Potential to extend
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Openings: 1
Reason for Coverage: Long-term permanent search
Practice Setting:
- Inpatient coverage on Psych Unit
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 8:30a-5:00p
- No weekends or call required
Patient Population: Ages 10 - Geriatric
EMR: Cerner
Credentialing: 90 days
Requirements:
- Active Massachusetts licensure
- Board certification
- AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
- Minimum 2-years Hospitalist experience or equivalent
Job Responsibilities
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
Document patient care accurately and thoroughly
Qualifications
Active Massachusetts licensure
Board certification
AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
Minimum 2-years Hospitalist experience or equivalent
Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team