Labor Pool Hospitalist Physician – Riverside Walter Reed Hospital– Riverside Medical Group - Gloucester, Virginia

As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team.  Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love.  Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority.  Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization.  If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.

Riverside Medical Group is currently seeking a labor-pool Hospitalist Physician to join our team at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia.

What you will do

• Physician shall provide medical professional coverage in accordance with reasonable schedules of coverage prepared by RMG and by the Practice.
• During the scheduled period of coverage, Physician shall be responsible for the care of all patients assigned to Physician entering the Practice for treatment.
• Upon the completion of the period of services for which Physician is scheduled for any day, Physician shall complete any emergency treatment which Physician has begun or arrange with a succeeding physician for the completion of such treatment. In addition, Physician shall complete the medical records for all patients treated by Physician, including but not limited to, the following items: relevant history, physical examination, laboratory reports, x-ray interpretations, diagnosis and disposition with instructions to the patient.
• Physician, in conjunction with other physicians in the Practice, shall be responsible, in accordance with applicable policies, practices and procedures of RMG, for managing all business aspects of the Practice including, but not limited to: human resources issues; safe work practices; short and long term planning; monitoring of expenses; departmental budgets; billing; and committee assignments as they pertain to RMG. Physician will work under the direction of RMG Administration and the RMG Board of Directors.
• Physician, in conjunction with other physicians in the Practice, shall be responsible for maintaining the financial viability of the Practice and achieving established financial goals. In this regard, RMG will provide the Practice with these financial goals and provide the Practice with guidance to aid the Practice in attaining those goals. Physician will work under the direction of RMG Administration and the RMG Board of Directors.
• Physician shall comply with the principles of ethics of the American Medical Association, all federal, state and municipal laws regulating the practice of medicine, the standards of The Joint Commission, and the rules and regulations of the Practice and RMG. Physician shall render services in compliance with the standards of The Joint Commission.
• Physician shall use the currently approved methods and techniques of Physician’s professional specialty in the services to be rendered pursuant to this Agreement.
• Physician shall comply with all policies and procedures in regards to the Riverside Health System Compliance and Ethics Program.
• Physician shall comply with the terms and conditions of the RMG Physician Compact.
• Physician will be actively engaged in decisions regarding provider recruitment and will be an active participant in the interview process for provider candidates including participation in after-hours events

As a Hospitalist, you will serve as the primary care provider for inpatients, overseeing their medical care from admission through discharge. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, patient-centered care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the hospital.

🩺 Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
• Coordinate with specialists, nurses, and support staff for integrated care
• Monitor patient progress, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and adjust treatment plans
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and discharge plans
• Facilitate safe and effective discharge planning and transitions of care

🌟 What We’re Looking For

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience in hospital settings and familiarity with inpatient protocols
• Commitment to patient advocacy and continuous quality improvement

💼 Why Join Us?

• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership