Physician / Hospitalist / District of Columbia / Locum tenens / Physician - Hospitalist Job

We are seeking a dedicated Hospitalist Physician for a 60-day assignment with our client in DC, starting Sep 7, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive inpatient care, primarily covering night shifts from 7p-7a within a dynamic staffing model that includes multiple physicians and advanced practice providers, managing patients across a hospital that operates as a Trauma Center.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care within a staffing model consisting of 2 MD Day shifts (7a-7p), 1 APP Day shift (7a-7p), and 1 MD Night shift (7p-7a).
• Work primarily 7p-7a shifts.
• Care for patients within a Trauma Center.
• Manage patients in a hospital with med/surg beds, with the ability to expand to more beds.
• Collaborate within a Closed ICU environment, which includes ICU beds and 24-hour MD coverage with Intensivists who perform all care and procedures in the ICU.

Additional Information

• EMR: Cerner
• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.