Nocturnist Physician

Med Ninjas
Pueblo, CO, 81001, USA

Healthcare
Full-time
Nocturnist
Physician
Hospitalist

Our job summary

A Nocturnist Physician works full-time night shifts providing medical care to hospitalized patients, primarily at Parkview Medical Center. They collaborate with advanced practice providers and hospital staff to manage patient admissions, ICU transfers, and emergencies, while maintaining thorough documentation. The role emphasizes excellent patient care, teamwork, and participation in medical staff activities within a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate interested in working full-time and focused on excellent patient care.
Work a comfortable schedule of six-on-nine-off.
Physicians will work 144 twelve-hour shifts per year as a full-time employee with extra shifts available.
Work with a supportive team that is ready to mentor the next generation of physicians and wants to see their partners succeed.
Night physicians will provide support to APPs who will cover patients at both locations.
Our Nocturnists primarily cover Parkview Medical Center (370 beds).
Closed ICU. Fully staffed ER. ICU is staffed with fellows/residents. No in-house ICU attending but fellows run it.
EPIC EMR utilized system-wide.
We know how fast the world of healthcare is changing, and we push ourselves to stay ahead of the curve. UCHealth physicians and advanced practice providers aim to anticipate and address patients every health need. We call on physicians in every career stage and specialty to lead and provide direction for the future of healthcare at UCHealth.
Procedures are not required but physicians are able to do them if they have the clearance to do so. House staff is usually covering the emergent needs, but Hospitalists are to report to codes and rapids to assist and oversee transition of care.
Census: APP provides cross coverage. They are addressing about 100 patients per night.
Average is about 125-130 at Parkview Main and only about 20 or so at Pueblo West Hospital.
Currently, Nocturnists see any cross coverage that arises, ICU transfers, plus 7-10 admits.
Nocturnist physicians are expected to provide medical care to assigned patient population, maintain timely and appropriate documentation of such care, and actively participate in medical staff duties.
At UCHealth, our mission is simple - to improve lives. That starts with you. We improve lives through fresh ideas, innovative approaches and an unwavering commitment to world-class care.
Must be interested in Permanent placement
Cannot accept visa candidates
Open to 2024 new graduates

Compensation and Benefits:

Relocation package may be offered to eligible candidates.
Retirement plan options to fit your needs
Exceptional health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage.
Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance
Paid malpractice

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