Hospitalist Needed for Locums SHifts (Physician #)

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist

Location:

Meridian, MS

Employer:

Adelphi Locums

Pay:

Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Id: H-MD-130348

Profession: Physician

Specialty: Hospitalist

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Meridian, Mississippi

Coverage Period: Sep 10, 2026 – Ongoing

Shift Schedule: Days and Nights, 7a-5p/8a-6p/7p-7a; 7-on/7-off schedule

Reason for Coverage: Coverage

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

PATIENT INFORMATION

Rounding: Included

FACILITY INFORMATION

No. of Beds in Department: 260 beds

EMR System: Epic

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

Moderate Sedation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Board: BC/BE in Internal Medicine (ABIM) or Family Medicine (ABFM) or AOBIM or AOMFM

Licenses: Active MS medical license and DEA with MS address (Schedules 2,2N,3,3N,4,5); CSR if required

DEA / CDS: Active DEA with MS address and Schedules 2-5; CSR if needed

Certifications: ACLS required

Experience: Completed 3-year residency in EM, FM, or IM; at least 30 patients seen in last 12 months or recent residency

Other Qualifications: Case logs for past 2 years; 40 CME hours over past 2 years; Ability to supervise NP/PA

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide comprehensive hospitalist care, including admissions, daily rounds, and discharge planning.

Respond to medical emergencies, codes, and rapid response team calls.

Supervise and serve as a backup physician for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

Manage patient care in a closed ICU setting and provide CCU coverage as needed.

Perform moderate sedation procedures as required.