JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Hospitalist
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Location: Kirksville MO
Service Setting: Inpatient
Coverage Type: Clinical Only
Coverage Period: Jan 01 2026 Ongoing
Clinical Shift Schedule: Days (Flexible Schedule)
COVERAGE DATES
January 1 2026 Open/Ongoing
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics: Adults
Admissions: Included
Rounding: Included
Case Mix: General Hospitalist Medicine
FACILITY INFORMATION
Office Equipment Available: Standard hospital equipment
Specialty Backup Available: Available per hospital resources
Support Staff Available: RNs APPs and allied support staff
Reason for Coverage: Supplemental coverage need
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
Temporary Privileges Available: Not Specified
Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 65 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Travel Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
General inpatient care
Admission and discharge management
Emergency response and acute stabilization
Cross-coverage for inpatient units
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses: Active Missouri medical license required
Board: Board Certified preferred (EM FP IM). BE accepted with experience.
DEA: Active DEA certification required
Certifications: ACLS ATLS PALS required
Experience: ER experience required for FP/IM physicians
Other Qualifications: Must have MO license board certification and DEA in hand before submission
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide inpatient hospitalist coverage during daytime hours
Manage admissions rounding and discharges
Collaborate with nursing and support staff for coordinated care
Respond to inpatient medical issues as needed
Ensure quality and compliance with hospital policies