Locum-Hospitalist PA
Chantilly, Virginia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Hospitalist
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Guttenberg, Iowa, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/08/24
Location: A city in Iowa located on the Mississippi River, known for its scenic riverfront and rich history, it offers a variety of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, and hiking. The city has a charming downtown area with shops and restaurants, and it hosts several community events throughout the year. The area's natural beauty and recreational opportunities make it a lovely place to visit or live. About 40 miles to Dubuque!

Facility: A healthcare facility providing a range of medical services, including emergency care, outpatient services, and various specialty care options.

Opportunity:
  • Looking for an ED Hospitalist to help cover a need!
  • PRN coverage to cover the Hospital and Emergency Room.
  • This physician or APP would cover both the ER and the Hospital. They have 24, 48 and 72 hour shifts that we cover. We generally look for a Family Med Physician.
  • Percent of Total Hospital Admissions Received from ED: 10
  • Percent of ED Patients Admitted to the Hospital per Day:2
  • Percent of ED Patients Transferred per Day: Varies
  • Trauma Level/Designation: IV
  • Total Number of Beds: 25
  • Annual ER Volume: 2400
  • Number of ED Physicians in Group: 2
  • Fast track in ED: No
  • Documentation System/EMR: EPIC
  • ED Staff Respond to House Codes: Yes -- If Yes, are House Codes Secondary to ED Emergencies: Not Necessarily. They have a code team and they respond depending on level of seriousness.
  • Writing Admission Orders: This physician would cover both the ED and Hospital.
  • They don't have Labor & Delivery. However, they do deliver babies in emergency situations.
  • ED is Responsible for Monitoring/Supervising Paramedics/Ambulance by Radio: Yes
  • Describe Referral / Transfer Protocol: Hospitalist or team member contacts the referral facility (no specific facility).
  • Surgical Services: General during the Day
  • Description of Consultants: They have Avele for ER and MA Virtual Hospitalists that assist
  • Who does EKG Interpretations: Providers do and have Avele
  • Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60 Days
  • Hospitalist Procedures/Duties Required:
    • Non-Invasive Vent Management (bipap/cpap)
    • Ventilation Management
    • Intubation (ETT/INT)
    • Chest Tube insertion
    • Central Line
    • PICC Line
    • Required Duties - Gynecology/Orthopedic/Surgery:
    • Suturing of Minor Lacerations
    • I & D (Incision & Drainage)
Compensation: Competitive weekly pay and malpractice included