How do they match: Hospitalists

  • Provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, acute care units, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms. Manage and coordinate patient care throughout treatment.

  • Communicate with patients' primary care physicians upon admission, when treatment plans change, or at discharge to maintain continuity and quality of care.
  • Direct, coordinate, or supervise the patient care activities of nursing or support staff.
  • Refer patients to medical specialists, social services, or other professionals as appropriate.

  • Coordinate safety or regulatory compliance activities.