What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospitalist (Telehealth & Bedside) position at Equum Medical?
Hybrid Hospitalist (Telehealth & Bedside)
Position Summary
Equum Medical is an Acute Care Telehealth company, enabling access to specialty care across a variety of clinical settings. We understand the urgent need for Acute Care Telehealth and the difficult challenges hospitals face filling gaps in coverage, improving the lifestyle of their on-site clinicians, and extending patient care in specialty areas.
For over 10 years, Equum Medical has been staffing board-certified Critical Care Physicians in addition to APPs for select clients, with our clinicians averaging six years of tele-critical care experience in remote monitoring. We've enabled numerous hospitals and health systems to care for many patients, improve patient care, and deliver a positive financial impact.
General Overview
· Will support a 150-bed hospital by managing remote cross-coverage and admissions as a tele-hospitalist, while also delivering night-time bedside care onsite in an LTAC.
· Round and manage 7-9
· On average 3-4 admission via telemedicine
· Answer calls and texts (secured messaging) on current and new patients admitted
· Support of other specialties as needed.
· Malpractice and tail insurance covered by Company’s provider.
· Nighttime shift from 7pm-7am requirements.
· Minimum requirement of 5 shifts per month.
Qualifications
· NJ license in good standing.
· DEA certificate in good standing.
· Applicable professional certification and licensure in good standing.
· At least 1 year of acute care experience.
· No sponsorship offered.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
· Position is in a hospital or health system setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions.
· Position includes prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Position includes prolonged periods of time standing and walking.