Medical Officer on Duty
Updated 11/11/26
Carbondale, Illinois, United States
Physician
Family Practice-Without OB
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
1 year
Job description
Job description
Medical Officer on Duty opportunity opening. This is a prn position offering a Monday to Thursday schedule for overnight inhouse coverage. Callroom and other ammenities available. This is an opportunity to pick up additional income and work after your scheduled shifts in the office. You can work 1 day per week or 3 days per month. the shift is 4:30 pm - 8:00 am. Openings are offered in southern and southwestern Illinois, 4- 6 hours outside of Chicago, but is commutable. 2 openings outside of St. Louis.
Job Responsibilities
Initial history and physical examination; if needed.
Evaluation for admission; if needed 99% of admissions are done during the day
Initial diagnosis. Devise treatment plan and make recommendations for treatment.
Sign admission certificates. if needed,
Order lab studies.
Provide follow-up evaluations and care to recipients.
Document exam results and treatment plans.
Attend to employee work-related injuries before hospital referral.
Respond to resident emergencies.
Consult with attending physicians as necessary.
Make referrals to acute hospital as required. ( No procedures are required)
Sign and review restraint or seclusion orders.
Provide on-call services during shift via phone or pager.
Call Duties: Call as to patients in restraints - Patients need to be assessed every hour that they are in restraints. (Longest length is 4 hours).
Call as to falls or other emergent situations to recommend treatment or transfer to local hospital.
Qualifications
Unrestricted Illinois Medical License
Controlled Substance License
Unrestricted DEA
Working Hours
Weekends Friday to Monday 5:30 pm - 8:00 am
Skills
Evaluate
Good communication
Responsive
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