Just a curious question:

How common is it for primary care physicians to work as hospitalists part time? I keep hearing that primary care does NOT pay as well (relative). I was wondering if I could make some "side money" working as a hospitalist.

I appreciate any examples of physicians who practice this.
Thanks,

Just a curious question:

How common is it for primary care physicians to work as hospitalists part time? I keep hearing that primary care does NOT pay as well (relative). I was wondering if I could make some "side money" working as a hospitalist.

I appreciate any examples of physicians who practice this.
Thanks,

It is not too uncommon. It really depends on they type of practice you are in and if there is part time hospitalist work available where you work.

Back in the days there wasn't such a big division between in hospital and clinic work, most internists worked in both settings. It is becoming more rare but some places still offer that traditional approach.

You could almost definitely pick up extra shifts in a hospital, urgent care or ER in addition to your primary care practice. Part of the issue is that if you are already working hard @your primary practice, will you have the time and inclination to do so? Many young docs do when getting started...especially if their outpatient clinics are full yet...

bump!!!