Hospitalist Physician (MD/DO) – Inpatient
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Job Description
Make a meaningful impact through inpatient care in a mission-driven healthcare setting. Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services, in partnership with Indian Health Services (IHS), is seeking an experienced Hospitalist Physician for a 1099 contract assignment at Hopi Health Care Center. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician who enjoys inpatient medicine and providing comprehensive care to patients in a close-knit community.
- Start Date: September
- Schedule: up to full time| 12-hour shifts
- Contract Length: Up to 1 year with additional extension options available
- Location: Polacca, Arizona
- Facility Info: ihs.gov
What You'll Do
- Provide inpatient medical care to hospitalized patients.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Perform patient assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Manage admissions, daily rounding, and patient care coordination.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, specialists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
What We Offer
- Competitive 1099 contract compensation
- Flexible contract assignment up to one year with extension opportunities
- Travel and local candidates welcome
- Additional Details
- Fully onsite role
- Inpatient hospital setting
- 12-hour shifts
- Credentialing process may take up to 90 days
Additional Duties
Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. This description is not intended to represent a complete list of all responsibilities. Candidates should be adaptable and willing to support evolving clinical needs.
Indian Preference Policy
Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services follows an Indian Preference Policy. Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws.
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Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited residency program
- Minimum of 2–3 years of inpatient hospitalist experience preferred
- Must be a U.S. citizen living primarily in the United States
- Must be able to pass a federal security clearance
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted MD or DO license (any U.S. state accepted)
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in appropriate specialty
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
- Previous IHS experience preferred
- Experience with EHR systems required
- Required immunizations must be up to date
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care, including evaluating, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions for hospitalized patients. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, manage admissions, and maintain accurate electronic health records.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 42% require no weekends.
Hospital Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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