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Hospitalist PRN

Butte, MT · On-site

$2.3K - $2.6K/day

PRN Hospitalist Opportunity To provide medical expertise to support patients in living the healthiest lives possible. It's not all about the WORK! It's also about the PLAY! Live, work, play in ...

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Hospitalist - PRN - Days and/or Nights

Metairie, LA · On-site

$115.50 - $152.50/hr

PRN Hospitalist Your job is more than a job. PRN Hospitalist for East Jefferson General Hospital - Metairie, LA Day shift and night shifts available The Hospitalist is responsible for providing care ...

PRN Hospitalist Opportunity HCA Florida Citrus Hospital is seeking a PRN Hospitalist to join its elite team in beautiful Inverness, Florida. Qualified candidates: * Must be board certified or board ...

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Hospitalist job in Pensacola FL

Pensacola, FL

$111.75 - $147.50/hr

We are seeking a PRN hospitalist to join our established inpatient medicine team in beautiful Pensacola, Florida. This flexible opportunity offers the chance to provide high-quality patient care in a ...

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How much do prn hospitalist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for prn hospitalist in the United States is $136.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120.19 and $158.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PRN hospitalist?

PRN Hospitalists are physicians who work in hospitals on an as-needed basis, rather than having a set full-time or part-time schedule. 'PRN' stands for 'pro re nata,' a Latin phrase meaning 'as needed.' These doctors typically fill in for regular hospitalists who are on leave, or help manage increased patient loads. Their flexible schedules allow hospitals to maintain continuous quality care without overstaffing. PRN Hospitalists are essential for ensuring that patient care is not disrupted during staffing shortages or busy periods.

How do PRN hospitalists typically integrate with full-time medical staff, and what are the challenges of working on a per diem basis?

PRN Hospitalists often collaborate closely with full-time physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure seamless patient care during their shifts. One common challenge is quickly adapting to different teams, workflows, and electronic health record systems, as assignments may vary across departments or units. PRN roles require strong communication and flexibility, since schedules can change and patient acuity may differ each shift. However, this structure offers the opportunity to gain experience in diverse clinical settings, develop a broad skill set, and maintain work-life balance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PRN hospitalist, and why are they important?

To excel as a PRN Hospitalist, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), board certification in internal medicine or family medicine, and a valid state medical license. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic medical records (EMRs), and clinical decision support tools is essential. Strong problem-solving, adaptability, and effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing varying patient caseloads. These competencies ensure consistent, high-quality patient care and seamless integration within dynamic hospital environments on an as-needed basis.

What is the difference between Prn Hospitalist vs Locum Hospitalist?

AspectPrn HospitalistLocum Hospitalist
CredentialsMD/DO, board-certified in hospital medicineMD/DO, board-certified in hospital medicine
Work EnvironmentHospital shifts, on-call basis, flexible schedulingTemporary hospital assignments, short-term contracts
Employer UsageHospitals, healthcare systemsStaffing agencies, hospitals needing temporary coverage

Prn Hospitalists work on an as-needed basis within hospitals, providing flexible coverage for shifts. Locum Hospitalists also fill temporary roles but often work through staffing agencies for short-term assignments. Both roles require similar credentials and are used to ensure hospital coverage during staffing shortages or peak times.

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Infographic showing various Prn Hospitalist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $283,164 per year, or $136.1 per hour.

Hospitalist, Hospitalist APP PRN Northern Virginia

UVA Health System

Manassas, VA

$125/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

UVA Community Health

Prince William Medical Center

PRN Hospitalist NP/PA

UVA Community Health is seeking to employ an PRN Inpatient Hospitalist NP or PA  to join our rapidly growing  provider team at  Prince William Medical Center.  UVA Community Health is  welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning.  We believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know them, having conversations and making personal connections.  Culpeper Medical Center proudly serves the growing and diverse northern Virginia community through an  integrated network of inpatient and outpatient services and programs.  Our campus  is home to our 70-bed, community hospital, Family Birth Center and 24/7 emergency department.   

Being part of the UVA Health System--nationally recognized for safety, quality and leading-edge healthcare means weve become an even better partner for our patients and their families.  Weve invested in our facilities, services, technology and experts like never before.  And were committed to continually advancing care for our communities.

Responsibilities include:

  • Visiting bedside and answering questions
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  • Ordering tests, medications and treatments
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  • Communicating with patients, their families  and their primary care physician on condition and care
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  • Consulting with additional specialists, as needed
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  • Providing discharge instructions about further care, medication and follow-up
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  • Sending a hospital care summary to your primary care physician

 The base compensation range for this role is an hourly rate of $125.00 for PRN status. Individual compensation will be determined by fair market value and the selected candidates qualifications, clinical experience, specialty training, credentials, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs, such as productivity, quality, non-productivity, or other incentives that may be available for eligible positions.