Locum Tenens Family Medicine/Pediatrics Physician Needed ASAP (Near Oakdale, TN) (j-233253)

Are you a board-certified family medicine or pediatric physician seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a supportive environment near Oakdale, Tennessee? We are actively searching for a skilled and dedicated physician to join our team and provide call coverage for a specific scheduling need. This short-term locum tenens position offers the chance to make a significant impact while maintaining schedule flexibility.

Why You'll Thrive Here:

• Immediate Start Date: Begin your assignment as soon as possible and provide vital support to our patients during a short staffing period (July 5th - July 14th, 2024).


• Focused Call Coverage: Contribute your expertise by responding to call needs and providing timely consultations and care plans for inpatients with a variety of medical conditions.


• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of nurses and other healthcare professionals focused on providing high-quality patient care.


• Modern Electronic Medical Records: Utilize the MEDHOST electronic medical records system to ensure efficient documentation and communication.


• Streamlined Credentialing Process: With a streamlined credentialing process taking approximately 5 days, you can begin your assignment quickly.

What You'll Do:

• Respond to call needs and provide timely consultations and management plans for inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, encompassing both adult and pediatric patients.


• Collaborate with referring physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients.


• Review patient charts, order diagnostic tests as needed, and recommend appropriate treatment plans.


• Conduct bedside examinations and procedures as needed to ensure patient well-being.


• Document all patient interactions and treatment decisions thoroughly and efficiently within the MEDHOST electronic medical records system.


• Participate in hospital-wide initiatives and quality improvement projects to enhance patient care within the inpatient department (time permitting).

Who You Are:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree with a current and active license to practice medicine in Tennessee (only).


• Board-certified in either Family Medicine or Pediatrics by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) or the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) (required).


• Current BLS certification (required).


• A commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to inpatients of all ages within a hospital setting.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.


• The ability to manage a fast-paced call environment while maintaining a high level of clinical judgment and decision-making.

Join a Team That Makes a Difference:

We are committed to providing exceptional care to inpatients and fostering a supportive environment for our healthcare professionals. If you're a passionate family medicine or pediatric physician seeking a short-term locum tenens opportunity with a focus on call coverage, a flexible schedule, and a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!