Summary

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative Hospitalists to join our team at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (SPAH), a 174-bed acute care hospital located in the heart of southern Virginia Beach, serving a rapidly growing population across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and northeastern North Carolina. Known for its patient-centered culture, strong physician partnerships, and commitment to quality outcomes, SPAH offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a modern, clinically advanced environment that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in patient care. The hospital is Magnet designated for nursing excellence, a certified Primary Stroke Center, and has received numerous recognitions for quality, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative Hospitalists to join our team at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (SPAH), a 174-bed acute care hospital located in the heart of southern Virginia Beach, serving a rapidly growing population across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and northeastern North Carolina. Known for its patient-centered culture, strong physician partnerships, and commitment to quality outcomes, SPAH offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a modern, clinically advanced environment that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in patient care. The hospital is Magnet designated for nursing excellence, a certified Primary Stroke Center, and has received numerous recognitions for quality, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

The Dedicated Admitter is responsible for managing new hospital medicine admissions and consults during peak afternoon and evening hours while partnering closely with APPs. Responsibilities include evaluating and admitting new patients, responding to Medical Response Team (MRT) activations, and providing physician response for Code Blue events. This role supports patient safety and quality of care by providing dedicated physician coverage during peak admission hours and responding to clinical deterioration and emergent patient care needs across the hospital.

Position Highlights

Day Hospitalist – Dedicated Admitter

Shifts: 184 Annual Shifts, 1p-11p
Schedule: Flexible block scheduling (e.g., 7 on / 7 off, 5 on / 5 off)
Primary Focus: New admissions and consults
Responds to Medical Response Team (MRT) activations
Provides physician response for Code Blue events
Assists with urgent cross-cover issues and escalation of care

Clinical Environment

Average Daily Census: 80-90
Average Admission Volume: Approximately 10-12 admissions per shift on average
APP Support: Dedicated Hospital Medicine APP coverage from 10a-10p and 4p-4a
ICU Model: Open ICU with in-person critical care coverage 7a-7p and eICU support 7p-7a. Critical Care APPs provide in-person overnight coverage. Ventilator management is supported by the critical care team.
No procedures required

Qualifications

MD or DO
Board Certified or Eligible (IM or FM), Certification must be obtained within 5 years of eligibility
Eligible for licensure and credentialing in Virginia

Requirements

MD or DO
Board Certified or Eligible (IM or FM), Certification must be obtained within 5 years of eligibility
Eligible for licensure and credentialing in Virginia

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Adoption, Fertility & Surrogacy Reimbursement
Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Critical Illness Plans
Life Insurance
401(k)/403(b) Matching
Tuition Assistance
Student Debt Pay Down
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual CME Allowance
Malpractice & Tail Coverage

Company overview

Sentara Health is a leading not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Sentara operates 12 acute care hospitals across its service area, with 10 hospitals holding prestigious Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. The organization employs approximately 34,000 healthcare professionals and serves over 1 million health plan members through its Sentara Health Plans division. As one of the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the United States, Sentara is nationally recognized for clinical quality, safety, and innovation. The system has received numerous accolades including Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), Forbes' "America's Best-In-State Employer" (2024), and inclusion in IBM Watson Health's "Top 15 Health Systems." Sentara's comprehensive services span hospital care, outpatient facilities, home health, hospice services, and specialized programs like the Nightingale air ambulance service, which has completed over 20,000 missions since 1982.