PRN Physician; Overnight

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Job Summary

Reports to the Operations Manager, the Physician is primarily responsible for providing patient care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients. The Physician works closely with other physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The Physician is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and other visitors he/she encounters, both in person and on the phone.

Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40



Job Summary

Reports to the Operations Manager, the Physician is primarily responsible for providing patient care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients. The Physician works closely with other physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The Physician is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and other visitors he/she encounters, both in person and on the phone.

Overview



Job Description :

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled House Physician to join our overnight team from 7 PM to 7 AM at St Elizabeth Healthcare. The primary responsibilities of this role include responding to all code blues and rapid response alerts, managing acute medical flare-ups in hospitalized patients, and performing critical procedures when necessary. The House Physician will not be responsible for admissions or discharges during the shift but will collaborate with the on-site hospitalist physician when needed.

This position is ideal for a physician who excels in emergency situations, has strong procedural skills, and enjoys working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Schedule:

12-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, no admissions or discharges required.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Response:
  Serve as the primary responder to code blues, rapid response calls, and other medical emergencies within the hospital during the overnight shift.
• Acute Flare-Up Management:
  Provide timely and effective medical care to patients experiencing acute exacerbations of chronic conditions or other urgent health issues.
• Intubation & Central Line Insertion:
  Perform critical procedures, including intubation and central line insertion, during emergencies or when clinically indicated.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the on-site hospitalist physician and nursing staff to ensure seamless patient care during emergencies or acute situations.
• Clinical Documentation:
  Accurately document all patient encounters, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Continuity of Care:
  Assist in ensuring the smooth transition of patient care between shifts, facilitating communication with daytime teams when necessary.
• Hospital Support:
  Act as a critical resource for nursing and other medical staff, providing guidance and support in patient management throughout the night.

• Medical degree (MD/DO) with active state licensure.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Family Medicine.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Proficiency in intubation and central line insertion.
• Strong ability to respond quickly and effectively in high-stress situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.