Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Hospitalist;Internal Medicine
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Job Description
Description
This contract position offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative, on-site environment within the Medical Practice industry.
As a Locum Hospitalist, you will play a critical role in managing a diverse range of patients, providing exceptional internal medicine care while collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role not only supports our mission to enhance patient health but also offers you the chance to gain valuable experience and insights into varied clinical practices, while receiving a competitive salary reflecting your expertise in the field..
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients
- Perform thorough patient assessments and evaluations
- Develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
- Document patient progress in electronic health records accurately
- Participate in cases and rounds with hospital staff
- Address patient and family concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Ensure compliance with medical standards and protocols
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Board certification in Internal Medicine
- Valid medical license in the state of Tennessee
- Minimum of 1-3 years of hospitalist or relevant clinical experience
- Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills with patients and healthcare teams
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and documentation
Schedule: 7a-7p, 6p-6a or 7p-7a
No call required
Average Daily Census: 160 patients
Average Daily Rounding: 18-22 patients
Will round in the ICU
Vent management required
Support Staff: NP, Intensivist NP, Intensivist MD, and on-site administrative support
Must be board-certified
Paid travel and expenses
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 55% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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