Physician - Hospitalist

Specialty: Internal Medicine

Schedule

Full-time, 7 days on, 7 days off. No call schedule.

Practice Detail: Hospitalist team providing 24/7 coverage. EMR System: Meditech.

Pay

Salary: $225,000 - $320,000 per year

This job location is in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) for Primary Care and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P).

About the role

Ascension Saint Agnes is looking for a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our team. Partner with Ascension Saint Agnes to provide medical services to patients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Requirements

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

About Ascension Saint Agnes

For over 150 years, Saint Agnes, built on a strong foundation of excellent medical care and compassion, consists of care teams committed to providing the best care for patients. Saint Agnes is a part of Ascension, one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the country.

251-bed full-service teaching hospital with residency programs in a number of medical and surgical specialties. Ascension Saint Agnes offers emergency as well as a variety of inpatient and outpatient services in addition to Six Institutes focusing on Cancer, Orthopedics and Spine, Cardiovascular, Women and Children, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Bariatric Surgery.

About Baltimore

Baltimore offers famous crab cakes, major sports teams (the Orioles and the Ravens), a beautiful historic harbor, diverse historical sites with three centuries of history, and proximity to other major cities like NYC, Washington DC, and Philadelphia.

The city has received an award for Urban School Board Excellence from the Council of Urban Boards of Education and offers home buying incentives for residents through various city departments or nonprofits.

With more than 130 attractions, museums, historic sites, and performing arts groups, Baltimore promises something for everyone.

About Ascension Medical Group

Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S.

When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology, and countless opportunities for growth.