What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Hospitalist;Internal Medicine position at 77 consultants?
This contract, on-site position offers an excellent opportunity for an Associate-level provider to deliver high-quality inpatient care within a collaborative and patient-focused environment.
In this role, you will manage a diverse panel of adult patients, providing comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in a hospitalist setting. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and specialists, you will play a vital part in ensuring continuity of care, improving patient outcomes, and supporting the daily operations of the internal medicine service. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated clinician who thrives in a fast-paced medical practice and is committed to evidence-based care.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient care as a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Perform patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations on admission
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging studies
- Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans
- Manage acute and chronic medical conditions in internal medicine patients
- Collaborate with attending physicians, specialists, and nursing staff
- Document patient encounters accurately in electronic medical records
- Coordinate discharges and transitions of care for hospitalized patients
- Participate in daily rounds and multidisciplinary care meetings
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and follow-up care
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and escalations
- Adhere to hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines
- Associate-level experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active NP or PA license in good standing
- Board certification as an NP or PA
- Experience in hospitalist or internal medicine settings
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site hospital environment
- Strong collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks under pressure
- Willingness to work flexible schedules as required by the contract
Schedule: 8a-5p
Beeper call required until 8p
Average Census: 40 patients, 2-4 admits per day
No procedures required
Support Staff: MD, NP
Must be board-certified
DEA required
Paid travel & expenses