Physician​/Hospitalist​/Missouri​/Locum Tenens​/Locums Nocturnist Missouri

We are seeking a qualified Nocturnist to fill a locum tenens position near Sikeston, MO. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified physician to assist in covering scheduled clinical hours in an inpatient setting. The assignment will begin ASAP and is ongoing. With no call requirements and a supportive team, this is a rewarding position for physicians looking to provide critical nighttime care.

• Position Title: Nocturnist, Locum Tenens
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Scheduled clinical hours only (No Call)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient only (No outpatient duties required)
• Holiday Coverage: The physician will be required to work on major holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, and the 4th of July.
• Shift Details: December 20th, 7 p.m. to December 29th, 7 a.m.
• EMR System: EPIC (experience preferred)

• Rounding: Both general rounding and admissions are required during shifts.
• Admissions: Yes, physicians are required to admit patients during their shifts.
• Privileges: No need for hospital or surgery center privileges.
• Patients per Shift: Volume details are unspecified; however, hospitalists typically manage inpatient care across a variety of conditions.
• Stroke Certification: Yes, the hospital is stroke certified, ensuring a high standard of care for critical cases.

• Board Certification: Physicians must be either Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in their specialty.
• Licensing: Physicians must be licensed to practice in the state of Missouri. There will be no reimbursement for licensing costs.
• Certifications Required: Physicians are expected to hold all relevant certifications for hospital-based practice, including but not limited to Basic Life Support (BLS). However, specific advanced certifications like ACLS, ABLS, ATLS, and PALS are not required for this position.
• Fellowship: A fellowship in a relevant field is preferred but not mandatory.

• Temporary Privileges: Available, which will streamline the onboarding process for qualified candidates.
• Credentialing Timeline: Estimated at around 60 days.
• Multiple Providers: The facility is open to multiple providers filling this position.

This position offers the chance to work in an inpatient setting without the stress of on-call duties. The role is ideal for nocturnists looking for consistent hours in a hospital that meets rigorous stroke certification standards. If you're available to start immediately and can commit to ongoing coverage, this opportunity near Sikeston, MO could be the perfect fit.

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