Hospitalist

American College of Physicians; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No state income tax

Relocation assistance

CME allowance (5 days)

Malpractice tail coverage

401k with match

Health and wellness benefits

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our hospital-employed team. You will provide high-quality inpatient care to adults in a setting with no pediatric, obstetric, or trauma cases, supported by a Rapid Response Team and closed ICUs staffed by Intensivists.

This 7 on/7 off schedule (7am–7pm, Tue–Mon) promotes work-life balance while enabling consistent patient care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Ability to obtain Tennessee/Georgia license and DEA.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and manage adult inpatients.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop and manage discharge planning for continuity of care.
• Collaborate with specialists and nurses to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate medical records in Epic.

Skills

Inpatient care

Board eligible/Board certified

Education

MD or DO

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist, you will join a well-established hospital-employed group at CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. This exceptional opportunity allows you to provide comprehensive patient care within a regional healthcare leader, consistently recognized as the #1 Best Regional Hospital in Chattanooga by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years (and TN's #4), and holding a consistent 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. Every day you will focus on high-quality inpatient care for adults, taking advantage of a supportive environment that includes no Peds, OB, or Trauma cases, and a Rapid Response Team for codes. You will benefit from a reasonable census and closed ICUs staffed by Intensivists, allowing you to concentrate on patient management without after-hours call. This role offers an attractive 7 on / 7 off shifts (Tuesday to Monday, 7am - 7pm), promoting a healthy work-life balance while ensuring consistent, dedicated care for our patients. To be successful in this role, you will be a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist with a dedication to providing outstanding, quality patient care in a dynamic hospital environment.

• Diagnosing, treating, and prescribing for a diverse adult inpatient population.
• Ordering and interpreting necessary diagnostic tests to accurately assess patient conditions.
• Developing and managing comprehensive discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborating effectively with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records using the hospital's EMR system, Epic.
• Adhering to all hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety protocols.
• Providing compassionate care and clear communication to patients and their families regarding their health status and treatment plans.
• Continuously staying abreast of the latest developments in internal medicine and hospitalist care.

We are offering a competitive base salary that includes a guaranteed base salary for three years, production and quality incentives, commencement bonus, longevity bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, 401k with match, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, CME (5 days) & allowance, relocation assistance, and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. An additional perk is no state income tax!

• guaranteed base salary for three years
• production and quality incentives
• commencement bonus
• longevity bonus
• health and wellness benefits
• 401k with match
• malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME (5 days) & allowance
• relocation assistance
• potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness
• no state income tax!

Join us in the vibrant and growing Chattanooga community!

Job Requirements

Required

• MD or DO degree
• Board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine
• Ability to obtain an active medical license & DEA for Tennessee and Georgia
• AHA BLS certification

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.