Nocturnist Physician

100 LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

East Jefferson General Hospital (EJGH) in Metairie, LA is seeking a full-time nocturnist to join our Hospital Medicine team.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and a LA medical license are required; BLS/ACLS; experience with EMR; collaborate with specialists and nursing staff; participate in QA and safety programs.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required with residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Louisiana medical license (unrestricted) preferred; BLS and ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inpatient medical care for hospitalized adults.
• Admit, evaluate, diagnose, and manage diverse medical conditions.
• Coordinate care with consultants, nursing, and case management.
• Maintain timely documentation in the EMR and comply with policies.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Communication

Teamwork

EMR proficiency

Education

MD/DO

Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Overview

Nocturnist Hospitalist opportunity at East Jefferson General Hospital (EJGH), Metairie, Louisiana. Join a high-performing Hospital Medicine team as a Full-Time Nocturnist. Eligible candidates: Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physicians. EJGH is part of LCMC Health, offering a collaborative physician-led culture, strong specialty support, advanced technology, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Position Highlights

• Full-time nocturnist schedule
• Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care for hospitalized patients
• Admit, evaluate, diagnose, and manage adult patients across a variety of medical conditions
• Collaborate with specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary teams
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
• Respond to medical emergencies and rapid patient assessments
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based inpatient medical care
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor acute and chronic medical conditions
• Coordinate care with consultants and interdisciplinary teams
• Complete patient encounters and documentation in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, policies, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Training: Successful completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency program
• Licesure & Certifications: Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Louisiana medical license; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine; Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Skills & Experience: Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills; excellent communication and teamwork; proficiency with electronic medical records; commitment to patient-centered care

About and Equal Opportunity

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this role and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.