Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities \n
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As our Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist focusing on Admissions, you will join a well-established hospital-employed group at CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. This exceptional opportunity allows you to provide comprehensive patient care within a regional healthcare leader, consistently recognized as the #1 Best Regional Hospital in Chattanooga by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years (and TN's #4), and holding a consistent 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group.

Every day you will be at the forefront of patient care, primarily focusing on the efficient and thorough admission of adult inpatients. You will conduct initial assessments, formulate diagnostic plans, and initiate treatment for a diverse patient population, setting the crucial foundation for their hospital stay. This role offers an attractive 7 on / 7 off shifts (Tuesday to Monday, 11am - 11pm), providing a clear and predictable schedule. You will work in a highly supportive environment, free from Peds, OB, or Trauma cases, benefiting from a reasonable census and closed ICUs staffed by Intensivists, allowing you to concentrate your expertise where it's needed most.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist with a keen focus on admissions and a dedication to providing outstanding, quality patient care.

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• Performing comprehensive initial evaluations for all newly admitted adult inpatients.
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• Developing and initiating evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans upon admission.
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• Ordering and interpreting necessary tests to quickly and accurately assess patient conditions.
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• Collaborating effectively with ED physicians, specialists, and admitting teams to streamline patient flow and care transitions.
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• Providing timely and clear communication to patients and their families regarding their admission status, initial diagnoses, and treatment plans.
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• Ensuring accurate and thorough documentation of all admission processes and patient findings in the EMR system, Epic.
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• Adhering to all hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety protocols specific to the admission process.
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• Continuously staying abreast of the latest developments in internal medicine and hospitalist care to optimize admission protocols.
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We are offering a competitive base salary that includes a guaranteed base salary for three years, production and quality incentives, commencement bonus, longevity bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, 401k with match, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, CME (5 days) & allowance, relocation assistance, and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. An additional perk is no state income tax!

Required

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• MD or DO degree
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• Board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine
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• Ability to obtain an active medical license & DEA for Tennessee and Georgia
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• AHA BLS certification
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CommonSpirit Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit Health, is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, it offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, and stroke care, and orthopedic and rehabilitation services. CommonSpirit Memorial is a regional referral center of choice with 4,700 employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.

About Chattanooga, TN: America's First National Park City

\n Discover Chattanooga, Tennessee – North America's first National Park City – a vibrant hub where urban energy meets unparalleled natural beauty. Known as "The Scenic City" and "GIG City" for its blazing-fast internet, Chattanooga is nestled in the heart of the mountains, conveniently located where Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee converge. It's just a two-hour drive from major metropolitan centers like Atlanta, Nashville, and Birmingham.

Chattanooga consistently earns accolades, recognized by Outside Magazine as the #1 OUTSIDE CITY and lauded among "America's Top-Rated Cities" and "Top 10 Cities" for living and recreation. It's celebrated as one of the "Smartest Cities in the World" and a "Top 10 Southern Mid-Market with a Highly Diversified Economy."

This dynamic city effortlessly blends "Big City" amenities with the ease of a smaller town, offering:

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• A family-friendly and safe atmosphere
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• Easy commutes and a moderate cost of living
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• A revitalized $120 million riverfront
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• A very active Arts Council and diverse Museums
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• An extensive greenway system perfect for walking, running, and biking
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Embrace an abundance of outdoor activities, from hang-gliding off Lookout Mountain to floating down the Sequatchie River, or explore scenic trails by bike or horseback. Water sports enthusiasts will delight in Nickajack and Chickamauga Lakes, or thrilling kayaking/rafting adventures on the Great Ocoee River (a former Summer Olympics venue). Golfers will find numerous challenging courses.

Educational opportunities are exceptional, with strong public school systems and excellent local private schools, particularly in areas like Signal Mountain and Lookout Mountain. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga further enhances the region's academic landscape, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and medical education programs, including 9 residency and 4 fellowship programs.

Chattanooga Area Attractions:

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• Tennessee Aquarium
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• Hunter Museum of American Art
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• Creative Discovery Museum
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• IMAX 3D Theater
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• Chattanooga Choo Choo
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• Chattanooga Zoo
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• Rock City
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• Ruby Falls
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• Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra
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• White Water Rafting
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• Rock Climbing – Largest Indoor Facility - Mountain Climbing
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• Hamilton Place Mall is TN's largest mall - 5 Regional Shopping Malls
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• Chattanooga Look Outs AA Baseball Team (Cincinnati Reds affiliate)
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• Two Professional Soccer Clubs: Chattanooga FC & Chattanooga Red Wolves
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• 21 Golf Courses
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