Locum Hospitalist Physician job in Ketchikan, AK - Make $195/hr - $200/hr

Locum Hospitalist position in Ketchikan, AK paying $195/hour - $200/hour.

About the role

This is a temporary locum tenens assignment lasting 13 weeks, starting 10-26-26. The role involves providing hospitalist care in a critical access facility.

Schedule and Coverage

• Scheduled shifts with no call required
• Standard 3, 12-hour shifts: 07:00 - 19:00

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 and central lines at facilities without a designated critical care physician
• Communicate with patients and families to explain diagnoses, treatment plans, and 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) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
• Residency training in internal medicine or family medicine accredited by ACGME or AOA
• Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine by ABIM or AOBIM
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Alaska
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• At least one year of clinical experience preferred

Skills

• Strong knowledge of internal medicine with the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions
• Capable of 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

Pay

$195/hour - $200/hour

Benefits

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay
• Dedicated application and assignment support
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams
• Travel and lodging coverage
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support
• Additional benefits where required by applicable law, including reimbursements