Locum Tenens Hospitalist Physician (MD / DO)

We are seeking a Hospitalist for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Florida, starting Dec 28, 2025. This opportunity features day shifts with on-call responsibilities, including weekday (7a-2p call) and weekend (7a-12p call) coverage. The ideal candidate brings experience in rural hospital medicine and excels in collaborative, inpatient care environments. Job Details Location : Florida Start Date : Dec 28, 2025 LOA : 7 days Provider Type Needed : Hospitalist Schedule : Weekdays 7am-2pm with call; Weekends 7am-12pm with call; day shifts, Dec 28, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026 Responsibilities and Duties Conduct inpatient rounds, admissions, and discharges Participate in morning huddles and consult with subspecialties Communicate care plans effectively to patients and families Manage straightforward admissions, including CHF and COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, UTI / AMS, cellulitis, chest pain rule-outs, completed non-endovascular stroke workups, observation blood transfusions, hospice / palliative contract beds, and occasional observation patients for PT / OT Collaborate with strong nursing and case management support teams Coordinate patient transfers as needed Utilize Meditech EHR system for documentation Additional Information Florida medical license required Rural hospital medicine experience is a plus ED handles all floor codes and procedures 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.