Hospitalist Physician Associate Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Georgia

• Job Reference
  -215020-PA-GA
• Title:
  
  PA
• Dates Needed:
  
  Holiday Coverage
  - December
  - January
• Shift Type:
  
  Day Shift;
  
  Night Shift
• Assignment Type:
  
  Inpatient
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  No
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Job Duration:
  
  Locums

This 190-bed inpatient facility operates within a structured hospitalist coverage model, maintaining an average daily census of 110 patients and supporting 15-20 daily admissions. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and appropriate resources to support quality inpatient medical care delivery. Locum tenens coverage is sought for holiday periods to maintain continuity of clinical operations.

Georgia offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The state features water-based activities, cultural destinations, performing arts venues, and opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout the region. Year-round activities are available across the state, providing options for clinicians seeking engagement during their time on assignment.

Clinicians will provide inpatient hospitalist coverage during day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) on an on-site basis, rounding on approximately 16-18 patients per day across all age groups. Clinical responsibilities include management of inpatient medical conditions and coordination of care within the hospital setting. No call responsibilities are required outside of assigned shift hours.

• Case Load/PPD:16-18 patients per day
• Patient Population:
  
  All Ages
• Location Type:
  
  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Government:
  
  No
• Shift Times:
  
  Day shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM;
  Night shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; no call required
• Certifications
  
  Required:
  
  Board certification required; prescriptive authority required