A skilled nursing facility in Texas is seeking a locum Physician specializing in Geriatrics for a 120-day assignment starting in February 2025, with possibility of extension. The primary schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility on hours and potential for additional days. Responsibilities include managing hospital discharges, providing post-acute care, treating patients to reduce hospital stays, and guiding on-site nurse practitioners. The physician will use AdvancedMD EMR and may have some on-call hours.

Overview:

Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Texas (TX)

Work Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexible, could be 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Start Date: February 2025

Duration: 120 days (with potential for extension)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a locum Geriatric Physician to provide coverage at a skilled nursing facility in Texas. The ideal candidate will be experienced in post-acute care and comfortable managing hospital discharges and reducing hospital stays for SNF patients.

Job Details:

- Primary schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexible hours available)

- Potential for additional shifts on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

- Possible on-call hours

Responsibilities include:

- Managing hospital discharges to skilled nursing facility

- Providing post-acute care

- Treating sick patients to reduce hospital stays

- Conducting admissions and check-ins for hospital discharges

- Providing guidance to on-site nurse practitioners

- Monitoring HIPAA-compliant communication

Requirements:

- Board-certified or board-eligible in Geriatrics

- Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain one

- Experience in post-acute and skilled nursing facility care

- Proficiency in AdvancedMD EMR system

Additional Information:

- Potential for extension beyond the initial 120-day assignment

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension. Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility