Hospital Medicine Physician; Nocturnist

Join our team as a Hospitalist or Nocturnist Medicine Physician in Lubbock, Texas, and lead the way in patient care.

Our mission in Lubbock is to provide “
better
” in every sense—
better
healthcare,
better
teamwork, and a lasting
impact on the community
we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

• At Covenant Medical Center, our well-established team consists of 28 physicians and 8 APPs.
• Work alongside our dedicated providers, committed to providing patient-centered care in collaboration with all stakeholders in a positive manner.
• We promote a caring environment, value each other’s well-being, and seamlessly collaborate across hospital departments to achieve shared objectives.

• The candidate must be board-certified/eligible.
• We accept both internal medicine and family medicine trained physicians. Hospitalist experience is preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply.
• ACLS certification is mandatory.
• H1B candidates invited to apply; access to Sound’s in-house visa specialists, as well as our licensing and credentialing experts.

• 7 days on, 7 days off.
• Open nocturnist shift is 8 PM – 8 AM.
• Daily coverage for all positions is:
  • Eleven daytimehospitalists (rounders 8a-8p), one admitter hospitalist (8a-8p)/day, oneswing hospitalist(10-hour shift 3p-1a), and onenocturnistphysician (8p-8a).
  • Two-day APPs (one rounding, one admitting 8a-8p) and two night APPs (cross cover and admitting).

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive medical care and post-operative care to a 977-bed facility (241 beds covered by Sound).
• Manage the responsibility of the floor pager and collaborate with the Nocturnist.
• Receive a high volume of transfers from a broad referral area, including a Level IV trauma center and a comprehensive stroke center.
• Utilize EPIC EMR systems and Sound’s internal informatics platform.

• Lubbock is more than just where we work—it’s where we live and experience the heart of West Texas.
• With its lively culture, vibrant arts scene, and strong agricultural heritage, Lubbock offers a unique blend of modern living and traditional Texas charm.
• Whether you’re enjoying a local festival, exploring the outdoors, or connecting with friends and family, Lubbock is a place where you can truly feel at home.

• Many team members serve on various committees, including the medical executive, utilization management, quality review, sepsis, and stroke.
• Some providers are preceptors for internal medicine residents from Texas Tech University in Lubbock.
• We regularly gather monetary donations to support a local children’s home.
• We handle a significant influx of patients from Eastern New Mexico and rural Texas, collaborating closely with case management to overcome unique socioeconomic challenges and ensure comprehensive care beyond the acute setting.
• We operate as a well-organized team with updated systems, teaching tools, and educational programs provided by Sound, all while prioritizing patient well-being and supporting career advancement opportunities within the medical group.

• Compensation:
• Hourly compensation is $2200 for the nocturnist position.
• Nocturnist rounder’s base yearly salary is 402K plus bonuses.
• Robust sign-on bonus and RVU & quality bonuses offered.
• Benefits:
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401k with matching contributions.
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Annual CME allowance.
• Professional development opportunities.