Hospitalist (Internal Medicine only) (MD/DO)-Alabama

Commonwealth Medical Services; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Hospitalist to deliver comprehensive inpatient medical care to adult patients in Dothan, Alabama. This role involves managing acute illnesses and ensuring safe transitions of care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate holds an MD or DO, completed an Internal Medicine residency, and possesses strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills. A shift-based schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays, focusing on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited residency in Internal Medicine.
• Board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine required.
• Unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient medical management for adult patients.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety activities.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency

Job description

The Hospitalist provides comprehensive inpatient medical care to adult patients, managing acute illnesses and complex medical conditions throughout hospitalization. This physician works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based inpatient care and ensure safe transitions of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient medical management for adult patients admitted to the hospital
• Diagnose, treat, and monitor acute and chronic medical conditions
• Coordinate care with consulting specialists and ancillary services
• Manage admissions, daily rounding, and patient discharges
• Interpret laboratory results, diagnostic studies, and imaging
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant medical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and peer review activities
• Provide cross-coverage and participate in scheduled hospitalist shifts as assigned

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine
• Unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in the practicing state
• Strong clinical judgment and inpatient care experience
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Must maintain state certification and/or licensure

Work Environment

• Inpatient hospital setting
• Shift-based schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays