Hospitalist - PRN - Days and/or Nights

LCMC Health

Metairie (LA)

On-site

USD 250,000 - 270,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A healthcare provider in Louisiana is seeking a Hospitalist for PRN shifts at East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie. The role requires providing comprehensive care to hospitalized patients, coordinating with healthcare teams, and having a medical degree. Ideal candidates have 2 years of experience and excellent communication skills. This part-time position offers variable hours.

Qualifications

2 years of practice as a Hospitalist preferred.
Current license issued by LA State Board of Medical Examiners.

Responsibilities

Provide care for hospitalized patients throughout their stay.
Conduct comprehensive examinations and evaluations.
Admit patients for primary care physicians as needed.
Provide consultative medical care to patients.
Coordinate care with other healthcare providers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

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

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PRN Hospitalist for East Jefferson General Hospital - Metairie, LA

Day shift and Night shifts available

The Hospitalist is responsible for providing care for the hospitalized patient throughout the hospital stay. The Hospitalist provides emergency evaluation and triage in addition to admission to the hospital and formation of a differential break diagnosis, formulates a comprehensive care plan in accordance with the most up to date evidence-based protocols, and participates in the education of the hospital's physicians, students, nurses and all members of the patient care team.

GENERAL DUTIES

Conducts comprehensive examinations and evaluations and makes treatment decisions.

Admits patients to the hospital for primary care physicians on need basis.

Provides primary and consultative medical care to patients admitted to various units of the hospital with appropriate subspecialty consultation.

Coordinates care of patients through appropriate collaboration with other physicians, nursing staff, case managers and ancillary service providers.

Keeps patients informed and gives periodic updates as appropriate.

Participates in hospital’s utilization management, risk management and performance improvement programs.

Experience Qualifications

2 years of practice as a Hospitalist preferred.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study required.

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Current license issued by LA State Board of Medical Examiners

Skills And Abilities

Excellent communication skills.

Excellent time management skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

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Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we do

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LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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