Pulmonology - Critical Care Physician

Protean Med LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated physician to join their team for call-only coverage in a vibrant inpatient setting. This role involves providing essential pulmonary consultations and ensuring thorough documentation of patient interactions. The ideal candidate will be licensed in North Carolina and hold BLS/ACLS certifications, contributing to a collaborative environment focused on patient care. With flexible coverage dates and a supportive team, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare facility.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in North Carolina.
• BLS/ACLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide standard pulmonary unit consults.
• Document patient contact hours and callback hours.

Skills

Licensed in NC

BLS/ACLS Certification

Board Certification (eligible)

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Job Details

Start Date: 07-11-2025
End Date: 07-27-2025

Provider Information

• Type: Physician
• Coverage: Call Only
• Practice Setting: Inpatient

System and Patient Load

• EMR System: Cerner
• Patients Per Shift: 5-8

Qualifications

• Board Certification: Not required, but eligible
• Fellowship: NA
• License: Must be licensed in NC
• DEA and BLS/ACLS: Required

Credentialing and Requirements

• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 30-60 days

Schedule and Responsibilities

• Coverage Dates: March 31-April 4, June 16-20, July 21-27
• Shift Details: Daily in-house call, 8-hour shifts from 8 am to 5 pm, response time within 25 minutes
• Responsibilities: Standard pulmonary unit consult, in-house call, documentation of patient contact hours including callback hours

Documentation and Compliance

• Physicians must provide supporting notes on timesheet entries to verify call back hours and overtime hours, with specific reasons documented for each callback to ensure audit compliance.
• Telephone calls and medical record reviews are not considered on-site callbacks.