A respected healthcare facility in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an experienced Locum Tenens Hospitalist (MD/DO) to provide high‑quality inpatient care within a well‑supported hospital medicine program. This assignment offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to practice in one of the fastest‑growing and most desirable communities in the Houston metro area.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care, including admissions, daily rounding, and discharges.
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions for adult patients.
• Coordinate care with specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary teams.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to rapid responses and codes (depending on facility requirements).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital standards.
• Deliver patient‑centered care with strong communication and clinical judgment.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: 5p-5a, 7 on/7 off
• No call required
• Closed ICU
• Will respond to codes and RR if it is your patient
• EMR: Epic
• Must be board-certified
• Paid travel & expenses

Qualifications

• MD or DO with board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Active Texas medical license (or ability to obtain)
• Current DEA registration
• Prior inpatient hospitalist experience required
• Strong clinical decision‑making, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced hospital environment