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Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Montana
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Montana!
We are seeking a dedicated Hospitalist Physician for an 11-day assignment in Montana, starting Jun 11, 2026. This vital role involves a mixed schedule of day and night shifts, focusing on a nocturnist/hospitalist capacity, covering two medical-surgical units and an open ICU. The physician will manage a varied patient census, providing critical care and admissions in a dynamic hospital environment.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Function as a Hospitalist/Nocturnist, managing care across two medical-surgical units, and an open ICU.
- Cover the entire hospital during nocturnist shifts, with an average census of 30-35 patients.
- Perform rounding on approximately 15 patients during day shifts.
- Cross-cover patients during nocturnist shifts, including those in the ICU.
- Manage typical admission volumes of 3-5 patients per night, with occasional surges to 8-10.
- Respond to emergencies and consult specialists as needed, including GI for GI Bleeds.
- Comfortably manage ICU-level patients at night, with CVT Surgeon support available for emergencies.
- No OB/L&D responsibilities and rarely admit pediatric patients, with 24/7 peds call available.
- The facility is not a trauma center.
Additional Information
- Board Certification in Hospital Medicine is required.
- Experience with Meditech EHR is preferred.
- Schedule includes specific shifts: Jun 11 - 14 from 7pm - 7am; Jun 24 - 30 from 7am - 7pm.
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.
Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Access professional development resources and educational programs offered by different facilities, staying updated with the latest medical practices and guidelines.
- Adjust your work schedule to accommodate personal commitments, hobbies, or pursuits outside of medicine, promoting a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
- Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
- Choose assignments based on your preferred locations, accommodating personal preferences or opportunities for family visits and exploration.
- Gain exposure to rural healthcare settings, addressing critical healthcare needs in underserved areas and making a positive impact on local communities.
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