Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska is recruiting a full-time Hospitalist to join an established hospital medicine program at a 188-bed, Level II trauma center and regional tertiary referral hub serving western Nebraska and surrounding states. The practice offers a manageable, well-defined daily census with strong administrative support, a flexible scheduling model, and the full subspecialty depth of an urban academic-affiliated medical center — without the urban cost of living or pace.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive hourly base rate plus productivity incentives
- Flexible scheduling: 7-on/7-off block schedule available, or modified/flexible schedule considered
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- J-1 waiver support and H-1B cap-exempt sponsorship available
- Stability of a large, established hospital medicine organization with institutional resources and administrative infrastructure
- Collaborative relationship with hospital administration and leadership
Practice Highlights
- Manageable daily census of approximately 13 patient encounters with roughly 2 admissions per day
- 12-hour shifts with block or flexible scheduling options
- 188-licensed-bed, not-for-profit acute care facility — the region's primary tertiary medical center
- Level II trauma center with air ambulance service on campus
- Comprehensive subspecialty support on-site: cardiology, pulmonary/critical care, neurosurgery, nephrology, endocrinology, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and acute rehab medicine
- Tele-infectious disease and tele-neurology services available for consultation
- Full surgical services complement inpatient medicine coverage
- Academic affiliations in place, including a Family Medicine Residency Program through the University of Nebraska Medical Center and a two-year Radiologic Technology education program; clinical training site for nursing, PA, NP, and social work programs
- Regional tertiary referral catchment spanning western Nebraska and portions of surrounding states
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or a related primary care specialty
- Active Nebraska medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing a broad inpatient medicine census with access to robust subspecialty backup
- J-1 waiver and H-1B cap-exempt candidates welcome
About the Community
Scottsbluff sits in the North Platte River valley of the Nebraska Panhandle, a region defined by wide-open landscapes, the iconic Scotts Bluff National Monument, and easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, and hunting across the high plains. The area offers a low cost of living, strong public schools, and a tight-knit community with the cultural and medical amenities of a regional hub — a compelling combination for physicians who want a meaningful practice without sacrificing quality of life.