Hospitalist Position(Day shift) - Full time - Port Huron, MI
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Job description
Job Title: Hospitalist
Location: Michigan
Position Type: Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) with PRN opportunities
Shift: Day shift, 10-hour shifts with potential night call rotations
Schedule: 17 shifts per month
Employment Type: W2 or 1099
Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus potential
Benefits: W2- Full benefit suite including 401k and Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Team Structure: Collaborate with 2 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) during the day shift; 1 APP during day and 1 APP during mid-shift
Qualifications:
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MD or DO degree
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Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
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Experience in hospital medicine is preferred
EMR: Epic
Hospital Size: 139-bed hospital
ICU: 8 beds, Trauma Level 3, Tele-Critical Care (tele-CC) support available
Census: Approximately 50 patients per day
Specialty Support:
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24/7 availability of Cardiology, Urology, Surgery, Trauma Surgery, and Orthopedics
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ICU coverage with tele-CC support and in-house specialists for critical care cases
Job Responsibilities:
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Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to hospitalized patients, including those in the ICU
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Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient care
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Participate in rounds, consultations, and discharge planning
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Manage acute medical conditions and oversee patient progress, especially in the ICU
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Available for night call duties as scheduled
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Provide care in an ICU setting with 8 beds and support trauma cases at a Level 3 trauma center
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Work with specialists in cardiology, urology, surgery, trauma, and orthopedics for patient care management
Additional Information:
This hospital offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Located in a picturesque setting near Lake Huron, this position provides an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated healthcare team committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a 139-bed, trauma-level 3 hospital, with extensive specialty support.
Physical Demands:
This physician/APP role requires stamina in fast-paced healthcare: prolonged standing/walking (8-12 hrs/shift); rapid emergency movement (sprints, crowds); lifting/carrying 25-50 lbs equipment; pushing/pulling 100 lbs (beds/carts) with aid; frequent bending/stooping/kneeling for care; constant reaching/fine motor skills (suturing/IVs); occasional climbing/balancing; tolerating stressors (temps, noise, fluids, hazards) during irregular shifts/on-call/infection risks—accommodations for disabilities; varies by setting (clinic/ER).
Job Responsibilities
Patient Care: Provide high-quality care for hospitalized patients, including those in the ICU, ensuring thorough assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
Rounds & Consultations: Conduct daily rounds with interdisciplinary teams, addressing patient progress, treatment plans, and coordinating with specialists as needed.
Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies and codes, collaborating with other healthcare providers in critical situations, including trauma cases in a Level 3 trauma center.
Patient Management: Oversee the care of acute medical conditions, including continuous monitoring in the ICU and coordination of care in collaboration with Tele-Critical Care (tele-CC) support.
Discharge Planning: Facilitate patient discharge planning, ensuring proper follow-up care, patient education, and timely transitions to outpatient services.
Call Duty: Provide night call support as required, ensuring 24/7 coverage for the hospital's needs.
Collaboration: Work alongside Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), cardiologists, urologists, surgeons, trauma surgeons, and orthopedists to provide comprehensive, coordinated care.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records through Epic EMR, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations.
Qualifications
Certification: Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine (IM) or Family Medicine (FM)
Licensure: Active, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Michigan (or ability to obtain one)
Skills:
Strong clinical skills in hospital medicine, including experience with ICU care
Proficiency in using Epic EMR or similar electronic medical record systems
Ability to manage acute medical conditions and provide critical care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work independently and make decisions in fast-paced, high-stress environments
Other: Availability for night call as part of the on-call rotation
Working Hours
Schedule: 17 shifts per month
Night Call: 1-3 night call shifts per month, not in-person just phone
Team Support: Work alongside 2 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) during the day shift, with 1 APP on day shift and 1 APP on mid-shift
Flexibility: PRN opportunities available with a flexible schedule
Skills
ICU Management: Experience or ability to manage patients in an ICU setting, including monitoring and critical care coordination.
Team Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication and collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including specialists like cardiology, surgery, trauma, and orthopedics.
EMR Proficiency: Proficient in using Epic EMR or other electronic medical record systems for documentation, order entry, and patient management.
Problem-Solving: Ability to make quick decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure situations, ensuring the best patient outcomes.
Patient-Centered Care: Commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to hospitalized patients.
Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to changing situations, including managing fluctuating patient volumes and responding to emergency or trauma cases.
Time Management: Strong organizational skills to effectively manage patient rounds, discharge planning, and on-call duties.