Nocturnal Hospitalist - ER Admissions & Night Coverage

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 172,200 - 257,611; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k plan

Incentive programs

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking a nocturnal hospitalist to cover 7pm–7am shifts at our Houston hospitals. This role focuses on admitting patients, coordinating care, and ensuring smooth handoffs to daytime hospitalists, with collaboration across specialties.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally recognized health care organization.

Qualifications

• Experience as hospitalist or inpatient physician preferred.
• Comfort with night shift (7pm–7am) and admitting patients.
• Ability to coordinate care with specialists and daytime team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to ER calls and admit patients 7pm to 7am.
• Stay in house for the duration of the shift and manage admissions.
• Coordinate follow-up care with daytime hospitalists and teams.
• Participate in hospital committees and department activities.

Job description

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking a nocturnal hospitalist to cover 7pm–7am shifts at our Houston hospitals. This role focuses on admitting patients, coordinating care, and ensuring smooth handoffs to daytime hospitalists, with collaboration across specialties.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally recognized health care organization.