Locums Hospitalist Medicine Physician

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