Locum Tenens Physician - Hospitalist Needed in IA

  • ID: 219925A
  • Updated June 23rd, 2026

  • Job ID 219925A
  • Job Title Physician - Hospitalist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Hospitalist
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State IA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in Iowa is seeking a dedicated Hospitalist Physician for an 84-day assignment starting Oct 5, 2026. This role involves 7am-7pm shifts, focusing on rounding on open Med/Surg units and eICU in a collaborative model with Nurse Practitioners, running codes, and managing 8-20 patients daily without procedures.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide patient care from 7am-7pm.
  • Perform rounding on open Med/Surg units and eICU in a collaborative model with Nurse Practitioners.
  • Run codes as needed.
  • Manage 8-20 patients per day.
  • No procedures required.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Hospital Medicine
  • EMR: Meditech EHR


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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