Hospitalist The Department of Internal Medicine is the largest department in the School of Medicine and on the UC Davis campus, with 11 Divisions divided by sub-specialty. The Department includes approximately 450 academics and 250 staff. The Division of Hospital Medicine is a 24 hour a day, 365 day a year service with a primary role of evaluation admissions from the emergency room as well as outside referral of patients. The Division consists of 14 faculty, 45 staff physicians, and 3 administrative staff.
Job Summary:
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.
Responsibilities:
Act as an attending physician on a nonteaching inpatient service, as an attending physician on a general medicine teaching services, supervising medical students and residents. Each Hospitalist's standard responsibilities includes a minimum of 182 shifts per year of direct patient care. Night shifts are included in the 182 shifts per year of direct patient care. The group covers 365 night shifts yearly, divided amongst the members of the group. Additionally, the Hospitalist group has a backup system to cover itself with each member assigned a designated number of weeks annually. The incumbent in this position will be required to have a separate appointment on the volunteer clinical faculty. This separate appointment will allow the incumbent to supervise and interact with medical students and residents. Each Hospitalist's standard responsibilities also includes 18 days per year of on-site administrative time. Administrative time includes monthly CQI meetings, business meetings, grand rounds and other non-patient care responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
Must posses an MD/DO license. Must be board eligible or certified in Internal Medicine. Must obtain Board Certification within 2 years of employment. Possession of a valid California medical license and DEA license at the time of appointment.
Special Requirements:
This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment. The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral. A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan, and our strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
