Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Bristol, TN

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Bristol, TN
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Hospitalist
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Bristol, Tennessee
• Facility: Bristol Regional Medical Center
• Health System: SCP Health - Locums
• Coverage Period: Nov 03, 2025 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: Days, 7a – 7p
• Hours Per Shift: 12
• Reason for Coverage: GO LIVE CONVERSION
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

• Average Daily Volume: 210-230 patients (average daily census)
• Case Mix: General hospitalist cases, CMI 1.55
• Rounding: Included

• No. of Beds in Department: 263 acute care beds (37 ICU)
• EMR System: EPIC
• Specialty Backup Available: Yes, open medical staff
• Support Staff Available: RNs, APPs (NPPA)

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 60 days
• Temporary Privileges Available: No

• Board: BC/BE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (ABIM, ABFM) or Emergency Medicine (ABEM, AOBEM) – ABPS not accepted
• Licenses: Active Tennessee medical license, DEA with Tennessee address
• DEA / CDS: Active DEA required
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, Preeclampsia Certificate
• Experience: Residency trained in specialty required
• Other Qualifications: Current flu vaccination or waiver, MMR titer, TB test within 12 months, valid driver's license/passport, permanent resident card if applicable

• Manage inpatient census of 210-230 patients with a team of rounding providers.
• Perform daily rounds, write orders, and coordinate care with multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise and collaborate with NPPA (2 day rounders) for patient management.
• Admit and discharge patients, handle acute medical conditions.
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, quality measures, and documentation standards.