What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Hospitalist position at Central Florida Inpatient Medicine?
🏥 Location:
Lehigh Hospital
1500 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Hospitalist – Full-Time
Job Summary:
The Hospitalist is responsible for providing high-quality inpatient clinical care for patients admitted to our affiliated hospitals. This role also supports surgical and specialty teams through consultative internal medicine practice.
Schedule:
Block schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off
Highlights:
Closed ICU
EPIC EMR
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform patient assessments, histories, and physicals
Diagnose and actively manage acute and chronic medical conditions
Provide daily patient care and documentation in EPIC
Attend multidisciplinary rounds
Order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic and laboratory studies
Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, I&D, and splinting
Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies
Collaborate with consulting physicians and specialty teams as needed
Ensure efficient use of hospital resources and adherence to clinical pathways
Facilitate appropriate and timely transfers to tertiary care facilities when indicated
Education, Training & Experience:
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
Completion of residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Board Certified or Board Eligible (IM or FM)
Active Florida medical license (or eligibility)
DEA license (active or eligible)
Skills & Abilities:
Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills
Collaborative and patient-centered approach to care
Effective problem-solving and decision-making ability
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EPIC experience preferred)
Bilingual a plus (not required)
Reporting Structure:
Reports to: Chief Medical Officer / Executive Director
Physical Requirements:
Effective communication with patients and staff
Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods
Manual dexterity for repetitive hand and wrist motions
Ability to reach, handle, or feel with hands and arms
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation package
CME allowance
Malpractice & tail coverage
Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)