Hospitalist Physician – J1 Visa Welcome | W2 or 1099 | Scottsboro, AL

Hospital medicine requires strong coordination, efficient workflows, and team-based care—the right environment makes that sustainable. At USACS, care teams are fully supported, appropriately staffed, and structured so Physicians can focus on patient care without unnecessary administrative burden. We’re adding a Hospitalist Physician to our team at Highlands Medical Center in Scottsboro, Alabama. 

“What I love about practicing in Scottsboro is that it still feels like medicine the way it should be practiced. It’s a small-town hospital where I have the time to educate my patients, understand their needs, and make a real difference in a community that does not always have easy access to higher levels of care.”  

Practice Highlights: 

• J1 visa sponsorship available  
• W2 or 1099 employment options  
• Daily Encounters: 22  
• Physician and APP team model  
• 12-hour physician day shifts with telemedicine night coverage  
• Open ICU with 10 ICU beds  
• Collaborative integrated acute care model  
• Some procedures are required 
• EMR: Meditech  

What your practice will look like: 

You’ll work in a community hospital setting with a manageable census and strong team collaboration. The model supports efficient workflows and coordinated care, allowing for consistent, high-quality inpatient care with appropriate support. 

About the facility: 

Highlands Medical Center is a 170-bed community hospital and the only hospital serving Jackson County, providing a full range of services to a regional population of approximately 54,000 residents.  

Why USACS: 

We are a physician-owned, clinician-led organization designed to support long-term career satisfaction. Our model emphasizes strong staffing, shared governance, and resources that reduce administrative burden and support high-quality care. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Competitive compensation  
• $100,000 equity ownership opportunity after 3 years  
• 10% company-funded 401(k)  
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage  
• Malpractice with tail coverage  
• CME/BEA funding and professional development resources  

Requirements: 

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine