Locums Hospitalist - Manchester NH (Day/Swing/Nocturnist, No Call, Open ICU)

We’re looking for experienced Hospital Medicine physicians to provide locums coverage at a 300+ bed acute care hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire. This role offers flexible shift options (day, swing, and nocturnist) with no call responsibilities, caring for a diverse inpatient population and providing coverage for an open ICU.

Schedule and coverage

• Day hospitalist: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Swing shift: 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (may extend to 5:00 AM depending on patient volume and coverage needs)
• Nocturnist: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• On-site coverage required
• Weekends and nights are required based on assigned shift
• No call responsibilities

Facility and patient details

• Acute care hospital with 300+ beds
• Average daily census: 140-160 patients
• Approximately 25-30 admissions per 24-hour period
• Typical patient load: 18-22 patients per physician per day
• Diverse patient population
• Open ICU coverage included
• Consults contribute to overall patient volume

Primary responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care for hospitalized patients
• Round daily and manage a caseload of roughly 18-22 patients
• Evaluate and manage new admissions (about 25-30 per 24 hours across the service)
• Cover and manage patients in the open ICU
• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and complex medical conditions
• Coordinate care with specialists, nursing, and other care team members
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Maintain timely, accurate medical documentation
• Ensure smooth handoffs and continuity of care through clear communication

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Active New Hampshire medical license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current DEA registration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

If you’re comfortable working in a busy hospital setting, managing a varied inpatient population, and providing ICU coverage as needed, this opportunity in Manchester offers a supportive environment with multiple shift options and no on-call obligations.