Physician Hospitalist

Location: Lehigh Hospital 1500 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 Hospitalist - Full-Time Job Summary: The Hospitalist is responsible for providing high-quality inpatient clinical care for patients admitted to our affiliated hospitals. This role also supports surgical and specialty teams through consultative internal medicine practice. Schedule: * Block schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off Highlights: * Closed ICU * EPIC EMR Primary Responsibilities: * Perform patient assessments, histories, and physicals * Diagnose and actively manage acute and chronic medical conditions * Provide daily patient care and documentation in EPIC * Attend multidisciplinary rounds * Order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic and laboratory studies * Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, I&D, and splinting * Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies * Collaborate with consulting physicians and specialty teams as needed * Ensure efficient use of hospital resources and adherence to clinical pathways * Facilitate appropriate and timely transfers to tertiary care facilities when indicated Education, Training & Experience: * MD or DO degree from an accredited institution * Completion of residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine * Board Certified or Board Eligible (IM or FM) * Active Florida medical license (or eligibility) * DEA license (active or eligible) Skills & Abilities: * Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills * Collaborative and patient-centered approach to care * Effective problem-solving and decision-making ability * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment * Proficiency with electronic medical records (EPIC experience preferred) * Bilingual a plus (not required) Reporting Structure: Reports to: Chief Medical Officer / Executive Director Physical Requirements: * Effective communication with patients and staff * Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods * Manual dexterity for repetitive hand and wrist motions * Ability to reach, handle, or feel with hands and arms Compensation & Benefits: * Competitive compensation package * CME allowance * Malpractice & tail coverage * Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) PI507a5d54325c-29400-40939692