Rural Physicians Group- Hospitalist Opening- Hazelhurst, GA
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Job Description
Rural Physicians Group (RPG) is looking for a hospitalist to join our team at Jeff Davis Hospital in Hazelhurst, GA! We are looking for someone that is passionate about rural medicine, looking to make a difference in medically underserved communities and wants to enjoy a flexible schedule with more autonomy.
We are on a mission to help rural hospitals meet the needs of the people they serve. Our expansive network of passionate, experienced hospitalists, surgicalists and APPs works full-time to solve the healthcare crisis in rural communities, partnering with hospitals to offer continuity of care and improved patient outcomes.
Hospital Name: Jeff Davis Hospital
Hospital Location: Hazelhurst, GA
Brief Description: Hazlehurst, GA, is known for its small-town Southern charm, rich railroad history as a former hub, and its strong timber/manufacturing industries, particularly footwear. It's also recognized for its natural beauty, access to the Altamaha River, local festivals like the Cotton Blossom Roundup Rodeo, and an active community spirit, serving as the seat of Jeff Davis County.
Community Size: Hazelhurst has a population 15,000
Local Industries/Economy: Forestry, Footwear, and Food/Retail services
Start Date: June 3, 2026
Credentialing: 90-120 days
Schedule:7-10, 24-hour shifts/month
Call:24/7 call coverage
Details: Critical Access Hospital
- ICU Beds: 4
- Acute Beds: 25 with occasional medical overflow on the LDRP Unit
Observation:
- Average Daily Census: 10
- Max Census: 23
- Average Daily Discharges: 1
- Avg LOS: 3.5
- Avg. Weekly Admissions: Avg of 40 ED admits per month/1-2 per day
Acuity: COPD, mixed to high acuity that sometimes require escalation of care when indicated
Subspecialty Support: General Surgery, MRI on Fridays and Mondays, Nuclear Medicine in house
EMR: Cerner
Experience + Qualifications
Vent Management
Active GA License or the ability to obtain
Compensation & Benefits
Independent Contractor (1099)
Malpractice Insurance Covered by RPG
Providers have private living accommodations that include a private bathroom with shower and an office space.
wRVU model:
- Base - $2,200/shift
-Travel - $100/shift
-Eligible for Prime
wRVU Threshold –11 average over the quarter
wRVU payment - $33.12 for any wRVUs generated over 11