Nocturnist opening in Sacramento, CALocated in SacramentoFull Time; PermanentEmployed7 on 7 offBoard Eligible/CertifiedAcademically affiliated locationPhysician will have responsibility for patient management, admissions, and consults from the emergency departmentThey will secure appropriate consultation for patients that are admitted and need specialty care, and will coordinate care with ED staff to ensure appropriate patient dispositionWhen not in the admitting physician role, the nocturnist may be asked to assume the role of cross-coverCross-cover will be responsible for addressing questions or concerns from staff regarding inpatients that are hospitalized on the hospitalist serviceShifts are organized into 8.5-hour blocks of shifts, with flexible schedulingHowever, once the schedule has been created, hospitalists are responsible for their scheduled shift dutiesThe nocturnist will be required to work 146-night shifts during each year of the contractThe incumbent in this position will be required to have a separate appointment on the volunteer clinical facultyThis separate appointment will allow the incumbent to supervise and interact with medical students and residentsEach Hospitalists standard responsibilities also include 18 days per year of on-site administrative timeAdministrative time includes monthly CQI meetings, business meetings, grand rounds and other non-patient care responsibilitiesHere are five benefits of living in Sacramento, CA:Affordable Living Compared to Other California Cities Sacramento offers a lower cost of living compared to other major cities in California, such as San Francisco and Los Angeles, while still providing access to urban amenitiesThriving Job Market The city is home to diverse industries, including government, healthcare, technology, and agriculture, offering a wide range of employment opportunitiesProximity to Nature and Outdoor Activities Sacramento is surrounded by natural beauty, with easy access to the Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and the American River Parkway for hiking, biking, and water sportsRich History and Culture As Californias capital, Sacramento is steeped in history, with landmarks like the State Capitol, Old Sacramento, and Sutters Fort, along with a vibrant arts and dining sceneFamily-Friendly Environment With highly rated schools, family-oriented neighborhoods, and attractions like the Sacramento Zoo and Fairytale Town, its a great place for raising children Estimated pay range/amount is $214,040 to $348,679.
