Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in West Branch, MI

Doctor of Medicine | Hospitalist
Location: West Branch, MI
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 9/22/2026

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in West Branch, Michigan, 48661!

We are seeking a Hospitalist Physician for a 42-day assignment in Michigan, starting Sep 14, 2026. This inpatient-focused role requires strong respiratory/critical care experience, including advanced procedures like intubation, ventilator management, and various line insertions. You will be instrumental in managing complex cases and ensuring high-quality patient care throughout the assignment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 100% inpatient care with respiratory/critical care experience.
• Perform Moderate Sedation.
• Conduct Lumbar Puncture.
• Perform Endotracheal Intubation and Extubation.
• Execute Paracentesis/Thoracentesis.
• Manage Ventilator Management, including assessing readiness for and administering respiratory weaning/oxygen therapy and extubation, and assessing need for intubation.
• Perform Chest Tube Insertion.
• Insert PICC Lines, Arterial Lines, Central Venous Lines either percutaneously or by cut down.
• Perform Arterial Line Insertion and Removal (radial and femoral).
• Provide Tracheostomy Care, including tube change.
• Manage Tension pneumothorax in emergent situations.
• Perform External pacing, including adjusting temporary epicardial, transvenous, or transcutaneous pacemaker as necessary.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Hospital Medicine required.
• Experience with Epic EMR system.
• Respiratory/critical care experience with procedures is mandatory for this 100% inpatient role.
• Proctoring of 5 procedures is required for certain privilege requests.

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists across various healthcare settings, gaining insights and perspectives that enrich your professional practice.
2. Contribute to global health initiatives by participating in international locum assignments, addressing healthcare disparities and supporting healthcare infrastructure development.
3. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement.
4. Find fulfillment in the diversity and impact of your work, knowing that your skills and expertise are valued and making a tangible difference in patients' lives.
5. Navigate career transitions or specialty changes with greater ease by gaining exposure to different practice settings and patient populations through locum work.

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