Internal Medicine - General

Internal Medicine Nocturnist Opportunity

St. Joseph's Health, part of Trinity Health, is seeking a full-time, Board Certified or Board Eligible Internal Medicine physician to join its growing Hospitalist team as a Nocturnist at Rome Memorial Hospital in Rome, New York — a well-established, community-centered facility offering an exceptional inpatient practice opportunity with strong subspecialty and intensivist support.

Job Description:

• Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care to a manageable census of approximately 5–10 patients per night, ensuring each patient receives appropriate, timely, and high-quality medical management.
• Conduct thorough admissions from the emergency department and direct admissions from referring physicians, including detailed histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
• Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently in the Paragon EMR system, ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and manage acute medical conditions for patients admitted to the hospitalist service, including those in the open ICU, with 24/7 intensivist consultant support for complex or critical cases.
• Collaborate closely with nursing staff, specialists, case managers, and ancillary teams to coordinate effective patient care plans and ensure safe, efficient patient flow.
• Arrange and coordinate discharge plans, ensuring all necessary follow-up appointments, medications, and home care needs are appropriately addressed before patient transition.
• Engage in interdisciplinary rounds and handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between day and night teams.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, performance metrics, and safety programs aligned with St. Joseph's Health and Trinity Health's mission and standards of care.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, medical staff bylaws, and regulatory requirements, including documentation timeliness and quality assurance protocols.
• Provide mentorship and support to residents, students, or advanced practice providers (if applicable), fostering a collaborative and educational environment.
• Utilize sound clinical judgment and evidence-based guidelines in all aspects of patient care, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Participate in departmental meetings, ongoing training, and CME activities to support professional growth and organizational excellence.

New graduates who are Board Eligible within 1 year are accepted. 1 year of experience preferred, not required. Not accepting Locums candidates. Not accepting Visa Candidates. 1099 candidates NOT accepted. Candidates with lapsed Board Certification will not be accepted.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Guaranteed base salary: $325,000 annually
• Starting Bonus: $15,000
• Productivity & quality bonuses available for additional earnings
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided
• Generous PTO and 5 CME days with annual CME allowance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Career advancement opportunities within Trinity Health
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Certification Requirements:

• Board Certified
• Board Eligible
• DEA State License Requirements: New York
• Additional License Requirements: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine (Board Certification within 1 year if BE)

Client Details: State NY