Hospitalist Physician

Locums - Portsmouth, New Hampshire Hospitalist Opening

Clinical Role

Join an established Hospitalist team in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, providing inpatient coverage beginning November 13, 2026, for an initial three-month assignment.

The team is seeking a physician who is enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring the next generation of physicians and who wants to engage with all aspects of the hospital, including medical education and hospital operations.

Assignment Details

Start Date:

November 13, 2026

Contract Length:

3 months

Schedule:

• 7 on/7 off block schedule
• 10- and 12-hour physician shifts
• 12-hour shifts with rotating call
• Providers must be flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
• Providers must be willing to work 7 consecutive shifts
• Preferably 2 weeks per month

Coverage Model:

• Locum need equivalent to 1 FTE
• 16-20 patient visits per physician per day
• Dedicated nocturnist coverage
• 2 dedicated nocturnists
• Closed ICU
• No procedures
• Inpatient Hospitalist coverage
• Teaching and mentoring responsibilities

Position Highlights

• November 13, 2026 start
• 3-month initial assignment
• Locum need equivalent to 1 FTE
• 7 on/7 off block schedule
• 10- and 12-hour physician shifts
• 12-hour shifts with rotating call
• 16-20 patient visits per physician per day
• 2 dedicated nocturnists
• Closed ICU
• No procedures
• Teaching and mentoring opportunities
• Medical education involvement
• Hospital operations involvement
• Must be flexible for days, nights, and weekends
• Must be willing to work 7 consecutive shifts
• Preferably 2 weeks per month
• Meditech EMR
• Board Certified in ABIM or Family Medicine required

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Practice Setting:

Hospital

Inpatient

Closed ICU

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient Hospitalist coverage
• Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients
• See approximately 16-20 patients per physician per day
• Participate in the 7 on/7 off block schedule
• Provide day and night coverage as assigned
• Participate in rotating call
• Work collaboratively with dedicated nocturnists
• Participate in medical education
• Teach and mentor physicians in training
• Engage with hospital operations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary hospital teams
• Coordinate patient care and disposition
• Document patient care using Meditech

Teaching & Mentoring

The physician will have an opportunity to teach and mentor the next generation of physicians and engage with multiple aspects of hospital operations, including medical education.

Call Responsibilities

Call Type:

Rotating call

Call Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts
• Rotating call responsibilities
• 7 on/7 off block schedule
• Day, night, and weekend flexibility required
• 2 dedicated nocturnists provide overnight Hospitalist support

Support & Team

The Hospitalist team includes 2 dedicated nocturnists and operates with a closed ICU model. The provider will work with an established multidisciplinary hospital team and have opportunities to participate in medical education and hospital operations.

Patient Volume

• Approximately 16-20 patient visits per physician per day

ICU & Procedures

• Closed ICU
• No procedures required

Requirements

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine through ABIM OR Board Certified in Family Medicine - Required
• Ability to provide inpatient Hospitalist coverage
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
• Willingness to work 7 consecutive shifts
• Ability to participate in rotating call
• Interest in teaching and mentoring
• Ability to participate in medical education and hospital operations

Credentialing

Board Certification through ABIM or Family Medicine is required.

Please inquire for current credentialing timeline and requirements.

EMR System:

Meditech

Organization & Team

• Established Hospitalist service
• Locum need equivalent to 1 FTE
• 7 on/7 off block schedule
• 10- and 12-hour shifts
• 2 dedicated nocturnists
• Closed ICU
• No procedures
• 16-20 patient visits per physician per day
• Teaching and mentoring opportunities
• Medical education involvement
• Hospital operations involvement
• Meditech EMR

About Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Location & Access: Portsmouth is a historic coastal city in southeastern New Hampshire, conveniently located near the Maine border and within driving distance of Boston. The city offers easy access to major highways and regional airports.

Lifestyle & Community: Portsmouth is known for its charming downtown, historic architecture, locally owned restaurants, shops, galleries, and vibrant cultural scene. Its walkable downtown and waterfront create a distinctive New England atmosphere.

Outdoor Recreation: The area offers excellent access to beaches, boating, kayaking, hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. The New Hampshire Seacoast and nearby Maine coastline provide numerous recreational opportunities.

Attractions: Portsmouth is home to attractions including Strawbery Banke Museum, Prescott Park, Market Square, the historic waterfront, and numerous historic homes and cultural venues.

Quality of Life: Portsmouth combines coastal New England living with a strong community, excellent dining and cultural offerings, and convenient access to both Boston and Maine, making it an attractive destination for a Hospitalist locum assignment.

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• A+ rated malpractice coverage
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• Prepaid travel and lodging

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