Hospitalist Physician

Nocturnist opening in Sacramento, CALocated in Sacramento Full Time;
Permanent

Employed7 on 7 off Board Eligible/Certified Academically affiliated location

Physician will have responsibility for patient management, admissions, and consults from the emergency department

They will secure appropriate consultation for patients that are admitted and need specialty care, and will coordinate care with ED staff to ensure appropriate patient disposition

When not in the admitting physician role, the nocturnist may be asked to assume the role of cross-cover

Cross-cover will be responsible for addressing questions or concerns from staff regarding inpatients that are hospitalized on the hospitalist service

Shifts are organized into 8.5-hour blocks of shifts, with flexible scheduling

However, once the schedule has been created, hospitalists are responsible for their scheduled shift duties

The nocturnist will be required to work 146-night shifts during each year of the contract

The incumbent in this position will be required to have a separate appointment on the volunteer clinical faculty

This separate appointment will allow the incumbent to supervise and interact with medical students and residents

Each Hospitalists standard responsibilities also include 18 days per year of on-site administrative time Administrative time includes monthly CQI meetings, business meetings, grand rounds and other non-patient care responsibilities

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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 amenities

Thriving Job Market The city is home to diverse industries, including government, healthcare, technology, and agriculture, offering a wide range of employment opportunities

Proximity 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 sports

Rich 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 scene

Family-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.