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Hospitalist Job in Lafayette, Louisiana

Hospitalist

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:Hospitalist

Location:Lafayette, Louisiana, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Hospitalist
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Lafayette, LA
  • Service Setting: Inpatient
  • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  • Coverage Period: 03/01/2026 Ongoing
  • Clinical Shift Schedule: Day rounding shifts, 7:00a 7:00p COVERAGE DATES
  • Start date: March 1, 2026
  • Ongoing coverage needed

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Adults
  • Patient Volume/Census: Average daily census of approximately 220 patients
  • Admissions: Managed by hospitalist service as assigned
  • Rounding: Included
  • Phone Consults: As required
  • Case Mix: General internal medicine inpatient cases

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient hospital resources
  • Specialty Backup Available: Full specialty support available
  • Support Staff Available: 11 daytime hospitalist rounders, 1 nocturnist, 2 daytime NP/PA rounders, 1 NP/PA nocturnist
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 90 days

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not specified

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Licenses: Active Louisiana medical license required
  • Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine through ABMS; Board Eligible within 5 years
  • DEA: Active DEA with Louisiana address required
  • Certifications: BLS and ACLS required
  • Experience: Residency trained in Internal Medicine
  • Other Qualifications: CME and case logs from past 2 years required; complete credentialing documentation required; H-1B and J-1 visa candidates accepted

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care to hospitalized adult patients
  • Perform daily rounding and coordinate patient care plans
  • Collaborate with NP/PA staff and specialty consultants
  • Manage admissions, discharges, and ongoing inpatient treatment
  • Document patient encounters accurately and timely
  • Participate in a team-based hospitalist coverage model

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About Adelphi Locums Organization

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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