Hospitalist Physician (MD/DO)- North Dakota/Minnesota

Hospitalist Physician (MD/DO)

Position Summary

The Hospitalist Physician provides comprehensive inpatient medical care to hospitalized patients. This role focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions, coordination of care with multidisciplinary teams, and facilitation of safe, efficient transitions throughout hospitalization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct inpatient medical care to hospitalized patients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Manage admissions, daily patient care, and discharge planning
• Coordinate care with consulting specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination activities
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Respond to changes in patient condition, including emergencies and rapid response events
• Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Ensure safe transitions of care and appropriate follow-up
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and utilization initiatives
• Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or medical students as applicable
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

• Strong inpatient clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to evidence-based, high-quality patient care

Work Environment

• Acute care hospital inpatient setting
• Shift-based scheduling, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout hospital units
• Manual dexterity for bedside assessments and procedures as required
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment

Requirements:
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN