Inpatient Hospitalist Physician - No Weekends No Calls

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 200,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a full-time Inpatient Hospitalist Physician in Augusta, ME. This position focuses on delivering exceptional care within long-term and skilled nursing facilities. The physician will manage a caseload of patients, ensuring high standards of medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided, with opportunities for financial growth and professional development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Continuing medical education opportunities

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited school.
• Experience in hospital medicine or geriatric medicine is desirable.
• Active medical license needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for 15 to 20 patients daily.
• Manage patient admissions and complex conditions.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Clinical acumen

Diagnostic skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO)

Board certification or eligibility

Job description

Compensation $200,000 to $500,000, Monday – Friday 9AM to 5PM,

No Weekends and No Calls.

We have an opportunity for full time Inpatient Hospitalist Physician in Augusta, ME. The Hospitalist will provide exceptional medical care in a Long-Term Care Facility and Skilled Nursing Facility. As an integral member of our healthcare team, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients.

Compensation and Benefits:Competitive compensation package with opportunities for financial growth based on patient volume and performance. Full-time physicians currently earning between $300,000 - $500,000 per year, with potential to earn well over $500,000 based on productivity and patient load. Benefits package, which may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and continuing medical education opportunities.

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.

• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or a relevant specialty.

• Active and unrestricted medical license in the state(s) where services will be rendered.

• Experience in hospital medicine, long-term care, or geriatric medicine is highly desirable.

• Strong clinical acumen, excellent diagnostic skills, and the ability to manage complex medical conditions effectively.

• Empathy, compassion, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

• Willingness to travel to multiple locations and sites as needed.

• Flexibility to work full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules based on facility needs and personal preferences.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive medical care to a caseload of 15 to 20 patients per day, which includes managing complex medical conditions, chronic illnesses, and acute exacerbations.

• Handle an average of 5 to 6 patient admissions per day, ensuring timely and accurate assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.

• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

• Conduct regular patient rounds, assess progress, and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.

• Perform thorough medical evaluations, diagnostic tests, and order appropriate interventions.

• Ensure timely documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and other necessary medical records in accordance with facility protocols and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in care conferences and family meetings to discuss patient care plans and address any concerns or questions.

• Provide guidance and education to nursing staff, caregivers, and families regarding patient care, medication management, and health promotion strategies.