Full Job Description
JOB TITLE: Hospitalist
POSITION SUMMARY: The Hospitalist provides comprehensive inpatient medical care, managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. This role requires independent clinical decision-making, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and the ability to stabilize patients and coordinate transfers when higher levels of care are needed. The hospitalist plays a key role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care in a rural or resource-limited environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Build Trust: We exhibit integrity, transparency and compassion in every interaction.
• Deliver patient-centered care with empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity
• Communicate clearly and honestly with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognosis
• Maintain accurate, timely, and transparent documentation in the electronic medical record
• Uphold ethical standards and patient confidentiality in all interactions
Obsess Over Excellence: We have high standards and seek continuous improvement.
• Provide high-quality inpatient and post-acute medical care including admissions, daily rounds, consults, and discharges
• Apply evidence-based practices to diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of medical conditions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and performance metrics tracking
• Maintain clinical competency through continuing medical education and adherence to best practices
Lead Innovation: We lead with creativity, agility and think bold in our approach.
• Adapt to limited-resource environments by utilizing innovative problem-solving and clinical judgment
• Support implementation and optimization of telemedicine, protocols, and care pathways
• Identify opportunities to improve care delivery, patient flow, and operational efficiency
• Participate in developing new approaches to rural healthcare delivery and access
Deepen Connections: We build strong relationships with our patients, their families and partners in the communities we serve.
• Collaborate closely with nursing staff, emergency department providers, and ancillary teams
• Coordinate care transitions, including transfers to tertiary care facilities when necessary
• Engage with community providers to ensure continuity of care post-discharge
• Foster a team-oriented environment that supports collaboration and mutual respect
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education:
• ARNP, PA, MD or DO from an accredited institution
Preferred Education:
• Residency training in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Required Licensure: Active, unrestricted medical license in the practicing state (or ability to obtain)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications
Required Experience:
• Experience in inpatient medicine; rural or Critical Access Hospital experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse medical conditions with limited specialty support
Skills:
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in managing acute and chronic illnesses across a wide patient population
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform or assist with procedures (e.g., intubation, central line placement) as appropriate
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Hospital and post-acute rehabilitation setting with exposure to patient care areas
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BENEFITS: We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first. With our flexible medical plan, you'll have access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers. The best part? Anyone covered under our plan can receive care at SVH at no cost! It's all about giving you the options and support you need to experience life's great adventures.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Other Voluntary Benefits
Benefit Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.
Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.
Waiting Period - 1st of the month from the date of hire.