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TeamHealth lists this Hospitalist Physician opportunity in rutherfordton, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and patient-focused staff hospitalist to join our inpatient care team in Rutherfordton, NC. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to hospitalized patients while collaborating closely with nursing staff, specialists, case management, and hospital leadership.
This opportunity offers a supportive team environment, balanced scheduling, and the chance to practice comprehensive inpatient medicine in a close-knit community setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care for adult patients
Perform admissions, daily rounding, consultations, and discharges
Manage acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with specialists
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and coordinate care plans
Ensure timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Adhere to evidence-based guidelines and hospital protocols
Support initiatives aimed at reducing length of stay and readmissions
Participate in quality improvement and patient safety programs
Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and discharge planning
Collaborate with primary care providers to ensure smooth transitions of care
Work closely with case management and social services to optimize discharge outcomes
Hospitalists at Rutherford Regional enjoy traditional 7 on/7 off block scheduling and reasonable patient census consistent with community hospital standards.
Qualifications: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board certified or board eligible in internal medicine or family medicine
Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted North Carolina medical license
Strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills
New graduates and experienced hospitalists encouraged to apply
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