Nocturnist Locum Tenens Opportunity Near Sikeston, MO

We are seeking a qualified Nocturnist to fill a locum tenens position near Sikeston, MO. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified physician to assist in covering scheduled clinical hours in an inpatient setting. The assignment will begin ASAP and is ongoing. With no call requirements and a supportive team, this is a rewarding position for physicians looking to provide critical nighttime care.

Key Details:

• Position Title: Nocturnist, Locum Tenens


• Start Date: ASAP


• End Date: Ongoing


• Coverage Type: Scheduled clinical hours only (No Call)


• Practice Setting: Inpatient only (No outpatient duties required)


• Holiday Coverage: The physician will be required to work on major holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, and the 4th of July.


• Shift Details: December 20th, 7 to December 29th, 7


• EMR System: EPIC (experience preferred)

Responsibilities:

• Rounding: Both general rounding and admissions are required during shifts.


• Admissions: Yes, physicians are required to admit patients during their shifts.


• Privileges: No need for hospital or surgery center privileges.


• Patients per Shift: Volume details are unspecified; however, hospitalists typically manage inpatient care across a variety of conditions.


• Stroke Certification: Yes, the hospital is stroke certified, ensuring a high standard of care for critical cases.

Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Physicians must be either Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in their specialty.


• Licensing: Physicians must be licensed to practice in the state of Missouri. There will be no reimbursement for licensing costs.


• Certifications Required: Physicians are expected to hold all relevant certifications for hospital-based practice, including but not limited to Basic Life Support (BLS). However, specific advanced certifications like ACLS, ABLS, ATLS, and PALS are not required for this position.


• Fellowship: A fellowship in a relevant field is preferred but not mandatory.

Additional Information:

• Temporary Privileges: Available, which will streamline the onboarding process for qualified candidates.


• Credentialing Timeline: Estimated at around 60 days.


• Multiple Providers: The facility is open to multiple providers filling this position.

This position offers the chance to work in an inpatient setting without the stress of on-call duties. The role is ideal for nocturnists looking for consistent hours in a hospital that meets rigorous stroke certification standards. If you're available to start immediately and can commit to ongoing coverage, this opportunity near Sikeston, MO could be the perfect fit.

Job ID: j-245984