Locum Hospitalist Physician Tucson, AZ

Join to apply for the Locum Hospitalist Physician job in Tucson, AZ - Make $195/hr - $200/hr role at Aya Locums

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Locum Hospitalist Physician job in Tucson, AZ - Make $195/hr - $200/hr role at Aya Locums

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Hospitalist job in Tucson, AZ paying $195/hour - $200/hour.

Job Details

• Position:
  Physician
• Specialty:
  Hospitalist
• Start Date:
  
  09-21-25
• Length: 13 weeks

• Shift Coverage:
  Scheduled + No Call
• Shift
  
  Schedule:
  
  Standard 1, 12-Hour 07:00 - 19:00

• Facility Type:
  Acute Care Hospital

• Oversee the care of hospitalized patients, from admission, through diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning.
• Ensure continuity of care by collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate with specialists to manage complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
• Thoroughly document patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Conduct daily rounds to assess patient progress, update treatment plans and address new concerns.
• Perform procedures such as intubations, central lines, etc., at facilities that do not have a designated critical care physician on site.
• Communicate with patients and families to explain diagnoses and treatment plans, and to answer questions.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate medical intervention.
• Collaborate with case managers and social workers to develop safe and effective discharge plans.

• Strong knowledge of internal medicine with the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions.
• Capable of quickly making sound decisions in rapidly changing or emergency situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Efficiently manage large patient loads.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Residency training program in internal medicine or family medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

• Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM).
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Arizona.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum hospitalist positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.

• Locum tenens hospitalist positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities.
• These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing hospitalists to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
• Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum physicians, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended.
• Qualifications and educational requirements for hospitalist sub-specialties may vary.

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not…