Locum Tenens Physician - Hospitalist Needed in CO

  • ID: 218310A
  • Updated May 13th, 2026

  • Job ID 218310A
  • Job Title Physician - Hospitalist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Neurology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CO
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in Colorado is actively seeking a skilled Hospitalist Physician to begin a 91-day assignment starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts, including inpatient and telestroke coverage from 6 AM to 6 PM, followed by night call from 6 PM to 6 AM. The successful candidate will manage approximately 15 patients daily, contributing to a primary stroke center and ensuring high-quality inpatient and telestroke care.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • See 15 patients per day
  • Provide inpatient and telestroke coverage
  • Contribute to a primary stroke center with full hospital staffing, including a dedicated stroke team
  • Manage cases within a facility featuring ICU beds, Trauma Level, and Rehab beds
  • Collaborate with other neurologists present during coverage, with no supervising or teaching services required
  • Facilitate transfers to Anschutz (Denver) through docline


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Neurology
  • EMR System: Epic


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.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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