Hospitalist

Hospitalist Physician (MD/DO)Day (Brownwood, TX) and Nocturnal Shifts (Abilene, TX and Brownwood, TX)Position SummaryThe Hospitalist Physician provides comprehensive inpatient medical care to hospitalized adult patients. This role focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for acute and chronic medical conditions, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout hospitalization.NocturnalThe Hospitalist (Nocturnist or Shift-Based) provides overnight or shift-based inpatient medical coverage, managing acute clinical issues, admissions, and cross-coverage responsibilities to ensure continuity of care and patient safety during assigned shifts.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide direct inpatient medical care to hospitalized patientsEvaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditionsCoordinate patient care with consulting specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary servicesLead and participate in interdisciplinary roundsManage admissions, daily patient care, and dischargesDevelop and implement evidence-based treatment plansCommunicate effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and clinical statusEnsure safe transitions of care and appropriate discharge planningMaintain accurate, timely clinical documentationParticipate in quality improvement, patient safety, and utilization initiativesSupervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or medical students as applicableComply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standardsQualificationsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical schoolCompletion of an accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family MedicineBoard-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family MedicineAbility to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensureDEA registration or eligibilitySkills and CompetenciesStrong inpatient clinical judgment and decision-making skillsAbility to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital environmentExcellent communication and teamwork skillsCommitment to patient safety, efficiency, and evidence-based careWork EnvironmentAcute care hospital settingShift-based scheduling, which may include nights, weekends, and holidaysPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and move throughout hospital unitsManual dexterity for bedside procedures, if requiredVisual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessmentRequirementsMust maintain state certification and/or licensure.