Locum Hospitalist Physician job in Fond Du Lac, WI - Make $185/hr - $195/hr

About the role

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Hospitalist position in Fond Du Lac, WI. The assignment starts 11-16-26 and lasts 13 weeks at an Acute Care Hospital.

This is a generalized description of locum hospitalist job requirements; specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, geographic location, patient population and the type of care provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care of hospitalized patients, from admission, through diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning.
• Ensure continuity of care by collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate with specialists to manage complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
• Thoroughly document patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Conduct daily rounds to assess patient progress, update treatment plans and address new concerns.
• Perform procedures such as intubations, central lines, etc., at facilities that do not have a designated critical care physician on site.
• Communicate with patients and families to explain diagnoses and treatment plans, and to answer questions.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate medical intervention.
• Collaborate with case managers and social workers to develop safe and effective discharge plans.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Residency training program in internal medicine or family medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
• Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM).
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Wisconsin.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• While specific requirements may vary, most locum hospitalist positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of internal medicine with the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions.
• Capable of quickly making sound decisions in rapidly changing or emergency situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Efficiently manage large patient loads.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.

Benefits