Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Hospitalist;Internal Medicine
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Job Description
Description. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive patient care in a reputable medical practice setting.
As a Locum MD Hospitalist, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality medical services, managing a diverse patient population, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our commitment to excellence in patient care while fostering a supportive environment..
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care in an inpatient setting
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and evaluations
- Manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team
- Document patient care and maintain accurate records
- Participate in hospital rounds and patient case discussions
- Educate patients and families on health management
- Ensure adherence to hospital policies and medical protocols
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Associate-level experience in Internal Medicine or related field
- Current and valid medical license in relevant state
- Strong clinical skills and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Commitment to patient-centered care and quality improvement
12-hour day and night shifts
Daily Census: 21-22 patients
Patient Population: Adults
25 beds
Must be board-certified or board-eligible
Paid travel and expenses
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
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 West Virginia is 89.5 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.5% of West Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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