Palliative Care Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Northern Georgia

LocumTenens.com; Irwinton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical facility in North Georgia is seeking a palliative care physician for locum tenens coverage from May to August. The role involves working Monday to Friday with an average patient load focused on adult patients. The physician must be board-certified in Palliative Care and is expected to manage patient cases independently with NP support available.

Benefits

100% free services for clinicians

Concierge support

Rapid credentialing

Qualifications

• Board-Certified MD or DO.
• Fellowship-trained in Palliative Care.
• Currently licensed to practice.

Responsibilities

• Work on-site Monday through Friday for 8-hour shifts.
• Average patient load: 3-4 new patients and 34 follow-ups per day.
• Solo coverage with NP support possible.

Skills

Board Certification

Palliative Care

Education

MD or DO

Job description

About the facility

A hospital is seeking a palliative care physician for locum tenens coverage.

About the facility location

Get in touch with nature while in North Georgia and visit one of the Georgia State Parks near Helen, which include Smithgall Woods and Unicoi.

About the clinician's workday

The facility is seeking a Board-Certified MD or DO, fellowship-trained in Palliative Care, to fill a vacancy from May 1 to August 4. The provider will work on-site Monday through Friday for 8-hour shifts starting between 8:30 AM and 9 AM, with overtime available but no call or holiday coverage. The average patient load is three new patients and 34 follow-ups per day, with adult patients only. There is possible solo coverage with NP support, and they are looking for one provider who is already licensed, as there is no time for new licensing. Privileges are required with a 60-90 day credentialing process, including case logs. The facility is using multiple agencies and is not open to permanent candidates.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 3-4
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Shift time(s): 8:30 - 5:30
• Certifications required: BC in Palliative Care

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

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• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
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