Nocturnist -Houston Methodist Willowbrook Campus

Houston Methodist Specialty Care Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7-on/7-off night schedule

CME allowance

Tail malpractice tail coverage

Competitive salary with incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group in Houston, TX seeks a Nocturnist to join our hospitalist team at Willowbrook Campus, ensuring high-quality overnight care and seamless patient transitions.

The role features a 7-on/7-off 12-hour schedule, competitive compensation with incentives, comprehensive benefits, CME allowance, and tail coverage; you will collaborate with specialists, nursing, and ancillary staff to maintain 24/7 coverage.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and board certification/eligibility in Internal Medicine.
• Texas medical license or eligibility for licensure is required.
• Preferred two years of hospitalist/nocturnist experience.

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.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

Nocturnist - Houston Methodist Willowbrook Campus

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nocturnist 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.
• Active Texas Medical License or eligibility for licensure in Texas.

Experience

• Prior experience in a hospitalist or nocturnist role preferred. Two years previous experience is a plus.
• 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 nocturnist 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