Urologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Washington

Job description

About the facility

The facility operates across 3 locations providing comprehensive urological services with 24-hour emergency coverage capabilities. The hospital maintains advanced urological equipment including XI and SI systems with available block time to support both emergency and scheduled procedures. The facility utilizes a collaborative care model where advanced practice providers manage routine inpatient care and initial emergency room consultations during daytime hours.

About the facility location

Washington features diverse natural landscapes including Mt. Rainier National Park with its glaciers, waterfalls, and alpine meadows, alongside the coastal scenery of Puget Sound which supports marine life and water activities. The area encompasses mountain ranges that provide hiking, skiing, and camping opportunities, while the Olympic Peninsula offers nature-focused experiences with Port Townsend as a base. Vancouver, Washington sits near the Oregon border with access to the Columbia River Gorge and its waterfalls, extending to wine country areas like Walla Walla.

About the clinician's workday

The urologist will provide comprehensive 24-hour call coverage managing 6-8 consults per shift focusing on general urological emergencies and surgical interventions. Advanced practice providers handle routine inpatient rounding and serve as first contact for emergency room calls from 8 AM to 5 PM, allowing the urologist to concentrate on complex cases requiring immediate attention. The position includes access to XI and SI equipment with available block time for scheduled procedures. During hospital call periods, the clinician will manage general urology cases with emergent surgical cases requiring immediate OR intervention while non-urgent procedures are scheduled for the following day.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 6-8
• Support staff: 2 other physicians, 5 RNS and 2 MAs for our surgeon and 3 APPs
• Patient population: Adults
• Call ratio/schedule: TBD
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

Your dedicated recruiter

Caroline Grounds

Call / Text: (678) 690-7302
Email: cgrounds@locumtenens.com

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