Physician - Hospitalist

Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Hospitalist for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This position begins Jan 5, 2026, and includes 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm and 7pm-7am). The Hospitalist will provide care in a trauma ED with an open ICU, managing a variety of acute cases in an emergency department.

Job Details

• Location: Missouri
• Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
• LOA: 36 days
• Provider Type Needed: Hospitalist
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm and 7pm-7am)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide hospital medicine services for admitted patients, including those in the emergency department and ICU
• Manage acute care and trauma cases as part of a trauma team
• Work independently in an open ICU setting
• Maintain accurate and timely case logs, with at least 2 years of documentation for emergency medicine procedures
• Deliver care to a patient population with approximately 10 percent admission rate
• Collaborate with ED staff; no scribe coverage provided
• Adhere to all clinical protocols and hospital policies

Additional Information

• Missouri state license, board certification, and DEA required in hand before start
• Board certification in Hospital Medicine required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
• Previous ER experience required for Family Practice or Internal Medicine backgrounds

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.