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Hospitalist Physician at Sound Physicians summary:

A Hospitalist Physician provides comprehensive inpatient medical care in a 150-bed hospital, collaborating closely with nursing and medical staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The role includes flexible scheduling with day and night shifts, mentoring medical students and advanced practice providers, and active participation in hospital committees. Opportunities include competitive compensation, benefits, visa sponsorship, and a supportive community-focused work environment in London, Kentucky.

We believe in bringing better to our local community in London, Kentucky- better care, better collaboration , and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we'd love to talk.

We are hiring for a Hospitalist and a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

• We are seeking hospitalists and nocturnists to join our close-knit team of ten physicians and two advanced practice providers (APPs), supported by a clinical performance nurse at St. Joseph London.
• Work alongside a dedicated team that thrives on collaboration. We offer a supportive environment where teamwork is a cornerstone of our approach.
• We actively support each other at every turn, ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of care.
• We proudly offer visa sponsorship (H1B or J1) for those who require it, with dedicated in-house visa specialists and licensing and credentialing experts. Sound fully covers all essential visa filing fees and services.

Qualifications:

• Board certification or eligibility in family or internal medicine.
• New graduates are welcome to apply. Completion of training, board certification, and unrestricted APRN license to be granted before the start of employment.

Flexible Scheduling:

• Hospitalist and Nocturnist opportunities available
• We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible schedule with both day and night shifts to accommodate personal commitments.
• Our team fosters a culture of support, where we cover for each other when someone needs time off, ensuring a healthy work-life balance for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage various cases in a 150-bed hospital, focusing on complex cases in a semi-open ICU, benefiting from round-the-clock intensivist coverage.
• Collaborate closely with nursing staff and engage in key medical staff committees, including the credentialing and medical executive committees, to improve communication and patient care.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, APPs, and residents from Lincoln Memorial University, fostering a culture of learning.
• Engage in weekly group huddles to discuss challenges, share updates, and ensure seamless collaboration across the team.
• Work within a structured program divided into two daytime groups, with support from a dedicated nocturnist for night coverage.

Living and Working in London:

• Our community offers a unique blend of small-town charm and vibrant opportunities. Nestled in the heart of Kentucky, London boasts picturesque natural landscapes, a rich cultural heritage, and a close-knit community that values the well-being of its residents.
• Our team members who call London home have discovered the joy of living in a place where both their professional and personal lives can flourish.

London-Centered Care:

• At Sound Physicians, we always put patients first, ensuring their well-being is at the heart of everything we do.
• We are committed to fostering growth and development, offering our physicians opportunities to advance locally and within our broader medical group.
• As an integral part of the community, we actively encourage our team members to contribute within the hospital and beyond, helping to ensure our local community s continued prosperity and health.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation:
  • Competitive salary with additional bonuses based on performance.
  • We are offering a commencement bonus of $50,000 for the Day Hospitalist.
  • We are offering signing incentives of $125,000 for the Nocturnist position.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and AD&D insurance.
  • Long- and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid medical malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
  • Annual CME allowance to support continued professional development.
  • Flexible career options and no non-compete clauses.

Keywords:

hospitalist physician, inpatient care, patient care, internal medicine, family medicine, nocturnist, medical staff collaboration, clinical teaching, healthcare community, flexible scheduling

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