Hospitalist Physician
Buffalo, NY, 14220, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Hospitalist physician
- Internal medicine
- Family medicine
This role is for a board-certified or board-eligible Hospitalist Physician specializing in Internal or Family Medicine, providing patient-centered hospital care in Buffalo, NY. The position involves swing shifts with no procedural requirements and strong collaboration with an established multidisciplinary medical team at Mercy Hospital Buffalo. The employer offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a community-focused health system.
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community right here in Buffalo - better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports both your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant city, we'd love to talk.
People First in BuffaloLocal Team Collaboration:
- Our supportive and dynamic team of 12 physicians and 6 APPs is well-established and has built a reputation for collaborating with other hospital departments at Mercy Hospital Buffalo to bring the best possible quality of care to our patients.
- Our team is comprised of clinicians from diverse geographic, educational, and training backgrounds who are dependable and flexible. You can count on them to follow through.
- We have a great relationship with our medical staff office; they are very efficient and helpful during the privileging process. We have multiple committees that our providers can lead or join.
- Enhancing the patient experience, our clinical performance nurse plays a pivotal role in assisting you throughout the care process.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified or board-eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician
- Hospitalist experience preferred
- We proudly sponsor H1B candidates with in-house visa specialists.
Scheduling:
- Your schedule will be 7 days on and 7 days off.
- Swing shift: The hours are 11 am to 11 pm.
Key Responsibilities:
- The hospital has a closed ICU with intensivist coverage 24/7. No procedures required.
- As a Swing physician, you will perform an average of 10 admissions.
- Our hospitalist team is part of the rapid response team with intensivist support. No code responsibility there is a code blue team.
- Excellent subspecialty support
- Our team meets frequently to relay key information from administration, discuss group operations, and for general feedback.
- We use EPIC EMR and have access to our own internal informatics platform.
Living and Working in Buffalo:
- Buffalo isn't just where we work-it's where we live and enjoy an affordable cost of living. Residents enjoy a rich history, with architectural landmarks, an abundance of parks, and proximity to the Great Lakes, offering a mix of recreational opportunities and a strong sense of community.
Buffalo Community-Centered Care:
- Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we've focused on the people of Buffalo and nearby areas. You'll be part of a team that's making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.
Rewards and Benefits:
- Compensation: Expected annual compensation for a full-time, swing shift Hospitalist is between $310k- $320k, which is comprised of a base salary plus incentives
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
- Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
- 401k plan with matching contributions.
- Paid medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
- Annual CME allowance to support professional development.
- We emphasize growth and development as a central feature of Sound practices. Teammates can expand their careers locally and within the broader medical group.




