Nocturnist - Hospitalist

Job Description

Job Description

Physician Practice Enhancement is a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join our hospitalist program as a Nocturnist at St. Joseph's in Yonkers, NY

Qualifications:

• Board certification in Hospital Medicine, Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• MD or DO licensed in the state of New York
• Experience working as a nocturnist or in night hospitalist roles.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Strong background in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care to hospitalized adults during night shifts, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
• Respond promptly to acute medical issues and emergencies, coordinating with nursing staff and specialists as necessary.
• Perform necessary procedures such as central line placement, lumbar punctures, and paracentesis in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record system.
• Communicate effectively with day hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, and patients’ families to ensure continuity of care and clear handoffs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage admissions, discharges, and transfers during the night shift to optimize patient flow and resource utilization.