Hospitalist

CommonSpirit Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary for 3 years

Production incentives

Commencement bonus

Longevity bonus

Health and wellness benefits

401k with match

Tail coverage for malpractice

CME (5 days) & allowance

Relocation assistance

Federal student loan forgiveness

No state income tax

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Ccertified Internal Medicine Hospitalist in Chattanooga, TN. Join a hospital-employed team dedicated to high-quality inpatient care with no Peds, OB, or Trauma duties, supported by a robust governance structure and Epic EMR.

The role features 7 on / 7 off shifts (7am–7pm, Tue–Mon) and a competitive compensation package including base pay for three years, production incentives, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits suite.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine required.
• Active medical license and DEA for Tennessee and Georgia required.
• AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and manage a diverse inpatient adult population.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
• Develop and manage discharge planning for continuity of care.
• Collaborate with specialists, nurses, and clinicians to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate medical records in the Epic EMR system.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provide compassionate patient and family communication regarding health status and plans.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine

Active medical license & DEA for TN/GA

AHA BLS certification

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!
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.

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