Physician-Hospitalist
Job at a glance
Job description
The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Fayetteville, AR, is seeking a full-time, Hospitalist. We are fully committed to providing top quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans.
- Potential starting base salary range: $280-$315K
- Permanent full-time position
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VA offers an exceptional benefits package for physicians, including up to 55 days off annually, affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance, up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave, malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage, and more. Working for federal employers allows you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.
Job Responsibilities
• Responsible for the general Internal Medicine care of patients to include, but not limited to patient assessment, management and treatment of acute exacerbation of illnesses and minor medical changes
• Manage patients efficiently with attention to length of stay and care transitions
• Champion inpatient initiatives to improve overall quality, safety, and patient experience
• Performs academic bedside rounds with strong interest in medical resident supervision and evaluation
• Performs rounds on the medical wards coordinating patient care
• Performs patient history and physical examinations on admission to the hospital
Qualifications
Additional Requirement: Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
Working Hours