Hospitalist

Updated 12/13/25
Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
Physician
Hospitalist
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician – Hospitalist
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Lafayette, LA
• Service Setting: Inpatient – Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 09/01/2025 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Day Rounder; 7a-7p - 11 rounders/admit; 7p-7a 1 Nocturnist

COVERAGE DATES
• Starting 09/01/2025 – Ongoing

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults, Geriatrics
• Patient Volume/Census: 73000 annually; 215–250 daily census across service; 18–24 encounters/day per physician
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included
• Phone Consults: Yes
• Case Mix: General Internal Medicine (Hospitalist)

FACILITY INFORMATION
• Trauma Level: Level 2
• ED Beds: 35
• ICU Beds: Closed
• EMR: EPIC​
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: ~60 days

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active LA license
• Board: Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• DEA: Required
• ACLS, BLS
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of hospitalist medicine experience
• Other Qualifications: Clean file required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform day rounding on adult inpatients
• Manage 18–24 encounters per day
• Coordinate with hospital staff and consultants
• Maintain accurate charting and clinical documentation
• Deliver care consistent with internal medicine and hospitalist standards
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