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Hospitalist Locum Tenens | Billings, Montana
Updated 8/22/25
59105, Montana, Montana, United States
Physician
Hospitalist
Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Details & requirements for this opportunity:
- Specialty: Hospitalist
- Requirement: Physician (MD/DO)
- Location: Montana
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Coverage: 08/25/2025 - 08/25/2026
- Job Setting: Inpatient
- License: An active Montana state license is required
- EMR: Epic
- Must be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
- Other Details: The physician will be responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and other conditions using appropriate clinical measures such as patient history, physical examinations, and diagnostics. They will provide or prescribe treatment, communicate effectively with patients, and offer guidance on preventive care. The role includes accurate documentation for continuity of care, compliance, and billing, as well as collaboration with colleagues and leadership of the clinical care team. Physicians must be available for office visits, phone and electronic communication, and on-call coverage per policy. Ongoing participation in quality improvement, patient safety, and professional development is expected. Candidates must have an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution, be residency-trained in their specialty, and hold a valid state medical license, DEA certification, and BLS or ACLS as required. Strong communication skills, compassion, trustworthiness, and respect for patient confidentiality are essential.
- White-glove licensing and credentialing assistance
- Rf: M36252925
Job Responsibilities
* Provide or prescribe appropriate treatments and preventive care
* Communicate effectively with patients, addressing concerns and answering questions
* Accurately document patient encounters for continuity of care, compliance, quality, and billing
* Collaborate with colleagues and provide leadership to the clinical care team
* Be available for office visits, phone calls, electronic communication, and on-call coverage as outlined in policy
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, safety, and patient experience
* Engage in ongoing professional learning and development
Qualifications
* Residency-trained in the applicable specialty
* Valid medical license to practice in the applicable state
* Board certified or board eligible
* Valid DEA certification in the applicable state
* BLS or ACLS certification upon hire or within 90 days (depending on the care setting)
Working Hours
Skills
* Compassionate, trustworthy, and respectful of patient confidentiality
* Responsible and collaborative in a clinical team setting
