Physician - Hospitalist

Job Description

We are seeking a Board Certified Hospitalist for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity starts on Jan 31, 2026, and includes 24-hour on-site shifts with a mix of 12-15 hour day shifts plus night call. The assignment involves working in a critical access hospital with a trauma center and ICU beds, providing comprehensive hospitalist care and responding to inpatient codes.

Job Details

• Location: Washington
• Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital
• Start Date: Jan 31, 2026
• LOA: 4 days
• Provider Type Needed: Hospitalist
• Schedule: 24-hour shifts (12pm-12pm), handoff on last day between 12-3pm, orientation on Jan 31, 2026

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide hospitalist services, including admissions and rounding for a facility
• Manage an average daily census of patients
• Deliver care in a trauma setting with ICU beds
• Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests
• Respond to all inpatient codes and provide 24/7 call coverage
• Perform emergent intubations (preferred)

Additional Information

• Must be Board Certified in Hospital Medicine
• Current Washington license required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience; no new graduates

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.