Hospitalist- WEEKENDS ONLY

The Hospitalist is expected to provide clinical care for patients admitted at our affiliated hospitals, provide support to our surgical and specialty services through consultative general internal medicine practice.

EVERY OTHER WEEKEND=26 WEEKENDS PER YEAR

Primary Functions:

• Responsible for the assessment, evaluation and clinical management of patients in the acute facility. This is inclusive of performing histories and physicals, as well as, conducting physical examinations.
• Diagnosis and active management of patient conditions, including evaluation and treatment, inclusive of daily patient care.
• Attend multi-disciplinary rounds at site
• Orders, conducts, and interprets diagnostic studies and laboratory tests
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to suturing, wound care, incision and drainage and splinting
• Prescribes or recommends pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, including controlled medications
• Consults appropriate physician(s) for patient care needs
• Refers patients to appropriate sources of care as required
• Assures the efficient utilization of resources while supporting clinical pathway implementation and compliance
• Assures appropriate and timely referrals to a tertiary care facility as indicated by the patient care needs in consultation with the primary care physician or attending physician

Education, Training, Experience:

• Doctorate degree in medicine (MD or DO).
• Completion of advanced graduate medical education in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible (IM or FP)
• Active FL medical license in good standing
• DEA license eligible/active

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Spectrum Medical Partners to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the Spectrum Medical Partners location to which this application is submitted. In addition, Spectrum Medical Partners is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities