Hospitalist Physician Assistant (Nocturnist)

Sound Physicians; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

Tail coverage included

Job summary

Sound Physicians in Bridgeton, Missouri is seeking a Part-Time Night Physician Assistant to cover 7p–7a on a block schedule. The role collaborates with two nocturnist physicians to manage admissions, rapid responses, and nocturnal patient care.

The ideal candidate is board certified and authorized to work in the United States; inpatient hospitalist experience is preferred, with new grads who have inpatient rotations considered. Benefits start day one, with tail coverage provided.

Qualifications

• Board certification required.
• Inpatient hospitalist experience preferred.
• New grad PA with inpatient rotations considered.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with two nocturnist physicians on the night shift, handling admissions and rapid responses.
• Respond to stroke alerts and provide patient care during overnight hours.
• No procedures or ICU duties required; benefit from 24/7 in-house specialty support.

Skills

Night shift

Team collaboration

Education

Board certification

Job description

Join Our Bridgeton, Missouri Team as a Night Physician Assistant – A Role Designed for You

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Bridgeton, Missouri—better care, bettercollaboration, and a deepcommitmentto the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.

We are hiring for aPart-Time Night APP position. ANocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

• At Bridgeton, our strong, collaborative team includes 28 physicians and 4 APPs at SSM Health DePaul.We also have the support of three clinical performance nurses, one hospital coordinator, and one program manager.
• As a team, we value our collaboration with the nursing staff and specialists throughout the hospital. Patients are our top priority, and we do a great job of always keeping that focus at the forefront.
• Excellent subspecialty support.

Qualifications:

• Board certification required.
• Prior hospitalist inpatient strongly preferred, or hospital-based experience as a Physician Assistant.
• If a new grad PA, inpatient rotations during training in hospital medicine are required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

• This role is for a part-timenocturnist 7p-7a coverage with the expectation of approximately 7-night shifts per month.
• Block schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position will collaborate with two nocturnist physicians on the night shift, managing admissions and responding to rapid responses and stroke alerts.
• We welcome thechallenge of highly complex cases.Our ICU is closed.Procedures and codes are not required, and we are grateful for 24/7 in-house specialty support in all but just a few specialty areas.
• The population we serve is very ill.The happiest team members thrive on complexity and high acuity, knowing they are making a difference with strong support around them at all times.

Living and working in Bridgeton:

• Bridgeton isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live, connect, and enjoy the convenience of a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the best of St. Louis. With its parks, recreational activities, and family-friendly neighborhoods, Bridgeton offers a welcoming community atmosphere. From local events to a strong sense of community, Bridgeton is the perfect place to call home.
• Our team enjoys the outdoors and all that St. Louis has to offer, from festivals to professional sports to excellent restaurants and music. Everyone finds something enjoyable to unwind and enjoy life when they are not working.
• We like to support our greater local community by participating in food pantry drives each year and supporting hospital-championed initiatives to help those in need.

Rewards and Compensation:

• Fair and rewarding compensation is provided for this position.
• Full benefits effective on day one of employment.
• Malpractice insurance is provided, including tail coverage at no cost to providers.