Locum Tenens Physician - Internal Medicine Needed in Florida

We are seeking a dedicated Internal Medicine Physician for a 60-day assignment in Florida. The schedule runs Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a focus on preventative geriatric primary care. This role involves managing a panel of elderly patients to keep them out of the hospital, addressing conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and various cardiovascular and chronic diseases through comprehensive care and annual wellness visits.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the primary provider within the clinic, collaborating with an Advanced Practice Provider and Medical Assistants.
• Provide comprehensive preventative geriatric primary care to a dedicated patient panel, aiming to prevent hospital admissions and referrals.
• Effectively manage a variety of geriatric cases, including high, emerging, and low-risk patients.
• Diagnose and treat common conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, CHF, CAD, COPD/asthma, CKD, and thyroid disorders.
• Address musculoskeletal issues like osteoarthritis and chronic pain, as well as cognitive decline, falls, mobility challenges, and osteoporosis.
• Manage acute illnesses and infections, conduct preventive care and annual wellness visits, and provide medication management.
• Maintain accurate and thorough coding and charting, demonstrating proficiency with technology and organizational skills.

Additional Information

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Benefits

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