Hospitalist

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: United States
Company Name: Cottage Health

Company Overview

Mission Statement: To provide superior health care for and improve the health of our communities through a commitment to our core values of excellence, integrity, and compassion. Founded in 1888, the not-for-profit Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been serving the community for more than 125 years. Cottage Health, formed in 1996 as the not-for-profit parent organization of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and its affiliated Cottage Children’s Medical Center, Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, is guided by a volunteer board of directors from the greater Santa Barbara community and provides the residents of the Central and South Coast with exemplary health care, continuous improvements in medical practice, and a commitment to our communities.
Job Description

Join a Growing Hospitalist Program in Beautiful Santa Barbara!

About Us:

Cottage Health is excited to announce the launch of our new Hospitalist Program, and we are seeking a full-time, board-eligible/board-certified Hospitalist Physician to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing program that will provide comprehensive inpatient care at Cottage Hospitals. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our hospitalist services while collaborating with a dedicated and multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Hospitalist Physician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have completed a residency in internal medicine or family medicine, be board-certified or board-eligible, and have experience managing complex, acute inpatient care. As part of our new program, you will play a key role in providing high-quality care, optimizing patient outcomes, and contributing to the growth of a state-of-the-art hospitalist program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive inpatient care for adult patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions.
  • Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, nurses, and support staff.
  • Collaborate with attending physicians and other healthcare providers to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Manage complex, acute medical conditions, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care.
  • Support the development and implementation of hospital protocols and clinical guidelines to optimize patient care and streamline hospitalist practices.
  • Opportunities in teaching and mentoring of residents and medical students as part of our academic affiliation.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
  • Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California.
  • Prior hospitalist experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
  • A passion for providing exceptional patient care and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Benefit Highlights:

  • Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus
  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)
  • Malpractice Coverage
  • Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs (if applicable)

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