Locum Tenens Opportunity: Internal Medicine - Critical Care Physician Near Phoenix, AZ (ASAP - Ongoing)

We are seeking a Board-Certified Internal Medicine - Critical Care Physician for a locum tenens opportunity located near Phoenix, AZ. This role is needed ASAP and will continue on an ongoing basis. This position is essential for covering a vacancy due to maternity leave while we search for a permanent solution. If you are a skilled physician ready to step into a critical role, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Position Overview:

• Specialty: Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine


• Profession: Physician


• Start Date: ASAP


• Contract Length: Ongoing


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Only


• Shift Type: Day Shifts


• Shift Description: Coverage includes scheduled clinical hours without on-call responsibilities.

Practice Details:

• Practice Setting: Inpatient only


• Patient Population: Adult


• Bed Count: 28 beds in the critical care unit


• Patient Load: 4-16 patients per shift


• Rounding: Unassigned patients

Responsibilities:

• Admissions: Required for patients in the critical care unit.


• Clinical Duties: Manage and round on patients, complete all necessary documentation in the EMR system (Epic), and collaborate with the healthcare team.


• Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care.

Requirements:

• Board Certification: Required (Eligible if board certified in Internal Medicine with a Critical Care Medicine fellowship).


• Certifications: ACLS, ABLS, and BLS certifications are required. ATLS and PALS are not required.


• State License: Active and unrestricted Arizona license is required.


• Credentialing: Estimated at 30 days.


• Background: Must have a clean malpractice history and NPDB report due to the urgency of the need.

Additional Information:

• Temporary Privileges: Available to expedite the start date.


• Facility Certification: Hospital is stroke certified.


• Reimbursement: No reimbursement for licensing costs.

This locum tenens opportunity provides a chance to work in a well-supported critical care environment while covering a critical vacancy near Phoenix, AZ. If you meet the qualifications and are available to start ASAP, we encourage you to apply.

Job ID: j-249471