Hospitalist -Houston Methodist Sugar Land

Houston Methodist; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 230,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

CME allowance

Tail coverage (malpractice)

Job summary

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is seeking a dedicated Hospitalist to join our nocturnal inpatient team. The role focuses on admissions, consultations, and managing emergencies during overnight hours, ensuring seamless patient care and safety across the hospital.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, holds a Texas license, and demonstrates strong communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Education: MD or DO.
• Licensure: Texas license or eligibility.
• Experience: hospitalist/nocturnist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care during overnight hours (admissions, consultations, emergencies).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Communicate with patients, families, and physicians for care transitions.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation compliant with records and billing.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Job Description Summary

Houston Methodist Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospitalist to join our highly skilled and collaborative hospitalist team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care during overnight shifts, contributing to our mission of unparalleled safety, quality, service, and innovation. This position is vital in ensuring 24/7 care continuity for our patients and supporting Houston Methodist’s commitment to leading medicine.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive inpatient care during overnight hours, including admissions, consultations, and managing medical emergencies.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services, to deliver high-quality care.

Ensure timely communication with patients, families, and referring physicians to facilitate care transitions.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety measures, and hospital protocols.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with medical records and billing standards.

Support the training and development of residents and medical students, as applicable.

Qualifications:

Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).

Licensure/Certification:

Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.

Active Texas Medical License or eligibility for licensure in Texas.

Experience:

Prior experience in a hospitalist or nocturnist role preferred.

Demonstrated ability to manage acute inpatient care efficiently.

Skills:

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Schedule and Benefits:

Schedule: Full-time, 7-on/7-off Hospitalist schedule, 12-hour shifts.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary with performance incentives.

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Retirement plans with employer matching.

Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid time off.

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Houston Sugar Land Hospital is seeking a highly motivated physician to join our growing team in one of the fastest-growing communities in the Greater Houston area.

About Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is a full-service, acute-care facility that provides comprehensive medical and surgical services. As part of Houston Methodist, physicians benefit from a culture of excellence, innovation, and a commitment to leading medicine.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.