Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Petaluma, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: Petaluma, CA
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 2 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Petaluma, California Hospitalist Physician Locum Tenens Opportunity
Night shift structure with guaranteed hours in an inpatient hospital setting near Petaluma, CA

Rhino Medical is seeking inpatient hospitalists for an ongoing locum tenens assignment supporting a hospital-based practice in Petaluma, California. This position involves overnight coverage, providing critical inpatient medical care in a well-supported hospital environment with scheduled shifts and specific clinical scope.

For physicians interested in stable night shift roles with flexible scheduling, dedicated inpatient care responsibilities, and a setting conducive to professional growth, this opportunity offers a valuable clinical experience in northern California.

Opportunity Highlights

• Location: Petaluma, California
• Hospitalist Physician Locum Tenens
• Schedule: Night shifts, with guaranteed 12 hours per shift
• Scheduled dates: 09/01, 09/04-09/08, 09/10, 09/13, 09/15-09/17, 09/18-09/23, 09/26-09/28, 09/30
• Shift times: 7pm-7am
• Practice Environment: Inpatient hospital setting in Petaluma, CA
• No call responsibilities
• No weekly hours or cadence assumptions

Practice Environment
This inpatient hospitalist role takes place at a regional hospital in Petaluma, offering physicians the opportunity to provide comprehensive inpatient care. The department maintains a focused clinical scope with no specified trauma designation or additional institutional resources noted. This setting emphasizes continuity of inpatient medicine with operational efficiency during scheduled night shifts.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Inpatient hospital coverage providing assessment, management, and disposition of hospitalized patients
• Handling a broad range of medical, surgical, and traumatic presentations
• Managing documentation and order entry within hospital EMR systems
• Collaborating with inpatient teams and consulting services
• Conducting procedures within the scope of hospitalist practice

Candidate Requirements

• Active California medical license
• DEA registration
• MD degree (implied by scope)
• Board Certified or Eligible within 3-5 years of residency
• CV uploaded for credentialing review
• References available upon request
• No restrictions or adverse professional actions

Compensation & Logistics
Details regarding rates and scheduling guarantees are not specified in the source. Travel and lodging details are not included, but provider must be licensed in California and available for scheduled night shifts during the specified dates.

Open Questions

• Exact compensation rates and guaranteed hours
• Specific credentials or certifications beyond CA license and DEA registration
• Travel, accommodation, and ancillary details

Why Physicians Move on This

• Scheduled night shifts with guaranteed hours
• Inpatient care experience close to Petaluma, CA
• Flexible schedule over key September dates
• Stable operational environment with no call responsibilities
• Opportunity to work in a well-established hospital setting in Northern California

About Petaluma, California
Nestled along the scenic coast of Northern California, Petaluma offers a blend of historic charm, vibrant arts, and outdoor recreation. With convenient access to the San Francisco Bay Area, residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, diverse cultural attractions, and proximity to natural parks and coastal locales.

Why Physicians Choose Rhino Medical

• Weekly direct deposit
• AAA-rated malpractice coverage
• Concierge credentialing support
• Transparent process from presentation through placement
• Long-term relationship focus
• Assignment alignment with clinical goals and lifestyle priorities

Apply today with your updated CV to secure upcoming hospitalist coverage opportunities in Petaluma, California.

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