Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Meridian, MS

Case Logs for Previous 2 Years Required; Documentation of 40 CME Hours Within Previous 2 Years Required; Must Serve as Supervising or Backup Physician for NP and PA Providers; Telehealth Experience Not Required; Actual State License, Board Certification, DEA, and CSR (if applicable) Required at Presentation. Work in environments that prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting equitable healthcare practices and fostering a sense of belonging for both patients and healthcare providers.

Doctor of Medicine | HospitalistLocation: Meridian, MS Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Meridian, Mississippi, 39301!

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Hospitalist
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Meridian, MS
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: September 10, 2026 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: TBD; 7-On/ 7-Off

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adult Inpatient Population
• Patient Volume/Census: TBD
• Admissions: Round Robin Admissions
• Rounding: Included
• Phone Consults: No
• Case Mix: Hospital Medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 260 Hospital Beds
• Trauma Level: TBD
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: TBD
• Specialty Backup Available: Critical Care and Hospital-Based Specialty Support
• Support Staff Available:
      - Day Coverage: 2 Physicians and 2 NPPAs (7a–5p)
      - Day Coverage: 2 Physicians and 2 NPPAs (8a–6p)
      - Night Coverage: 1 Physician (7p–7a) and 1 NPPA (6p–4a)
      - CCU Coverage: 1 Physician (7a–7p) and NPPA Support

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: TBD

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Moderate Sedation
• Respond to Codes
• Respond to Rapid Response Team Activations

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Active Unrestricted Mississippi Medical License
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, AOBIM, or AOMFM
• Active DEA with Mississippi Address and Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5
• ACLS Required
• Completion of a 3-Year Residency in EM, FM, or IM; Must Demonstrate Clinical Activity with at Least 30 Patient Encounters in the Previous 12 Months or Completion of Residency/Fellowship Activities Within the Previous 24 Months
• Case Logs for Previous 2 Years Required; Documentation of 40 CME Hours Within Previous 2 Years Required; Must Serve as Supervising or Backup Physician for NP and PA Providers; Telehealth Experience Not Required; Actual State License, Board Certification, DEA, and CSR (if applicable) Required at Presentation

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient hospitalist coverage on a 7-on/7-off schedule
• Perform admissions, evaluations, and daily patient management
• Participate in round robin admissions process
• Respond to codes and rapid response events
• Supervise and collaborate with NP and PA providers
• Document patient care activities within Epic EMR

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Embark on exciting adventures and explore new destinations while fulfilling your professional obligations, combining work with leisure and discovery.
2. Explore telemedicine or remote healthcare opportunities through locum assignments, leveraging technology to deliver care to patients in underserved or remote areas.
3. Extend your career or transition into semi-retirement by taking on locum roles, supplementing your retirement income while staying engaged in clinical practice.
4. Transition between full-time, part-time, or locum roles as your personal or professional circumstances evolve, maintaining career fluidity and adaptability.
5. Work in environments that prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting equitable healthcare practices and fostering a sense of belonging for both patients and healthcare providers.

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