Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Denver, CO

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Denver, CO
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

A leading acute care hospital in Denver, Colorado is seeking a Locums Hospitalist Physician to provide inpatient coverage for an immediate need expected to last 6–8 months. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established hospital medicine team at a large, Level I Trauma Center with dedicated admitters, a closed ICU, and multiple flexible shift options.

Position Highlights

• Start Date: ASAP

• Assignment Length: 6–8 months

• No Call Required

• Multiple shifts available:
  • 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

  • 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

  • 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM

  • 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Practice Details

• Hospital Size: Approximately 520 beds

• Facility: Level I Trauma Center

• Average Daily Hospital Census: 200–220 patients

• Physician Patient Load: 18–22 patients per day (average of 20)

• APP Patient Load: 12–15 patients per day

• Admissions: None for rounding physicians; dedicated admitting team manages all admissions

• ICU: Closed ICU with intensivist coverage; no ICU rounding required

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care for hospitalized adult patients.

• Conduct daily patient rounds, develop treatment plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care.

• Collaborate with specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary services.

• Complete timely and accurate medical documentation.

• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

• Active Colorado medical license or ability to obtain prior to assignment

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications