Hospitalist Physician

Join Our Team at Avera St. Luke s

We are seeking a dedicated Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Internal Medicine Nocturnist to join our Hospitalist team and provide exceptional care to patients in a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

What You ll Do

• Single-provider coverage overnight
• Independently managing acute patient care with possibly admission
• Hospital census is between 36-40 patients per day
• Delivers comprehensive patient care through 23 medical specialties
• eHospitalist services available for back-up coverage when needed

Schedule

• Eleven 12-hour shifts a month
• Rotating shifts flexible on number of shifts in a row
• Scheduled shifts 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Qualifications

• MD or DO, licensed (or eligible) in South Dakota
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology
• DEA certification (state and federal)

Why Avera?

• Strong provider involvement in decision-making
• Low physician turnover and strong long-term provider retention
• Mission-driven organization rooted in compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
• Career development, leadership opportunities, and physician mentorship
• Collaborative, supportive culture focused on physician well-being
• Competitive compensation with production incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Time off available on day one for eligible providers
• Retirement plan with employer match

About Our Hospital & Health System

Avera St. Luke s is the largest regional hospital between Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Fargo, North Dakota , delivering 125 years of exceptional care to our community with a catchment area of approximately 110,000 people across northeastern South Dakota.

Here s what makes us stand out:

• Our integrated system includes a Level III Trauma Center, a 60-bed hospital, and an 80-bed nursing home, ensuring full-spectrum care.
• High Patient Volume With 5,000 + surgeries a year, we re a trusted destination for healthcare in the region.
• Expert Team Work alongside 66 physicians and 35 advanced practice providers in a multi-specialty group featuring family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, ENT, OB/GYN, general surgery, pulmonary and critical care, interventional cardiology, interventional radiology, psychiatry, oncology/hematology, radiation oncology, urology, dermatology, nephrology, podiatry, pathology, orthopedics/spine, pain management.
• Advanced Technology Our commitment to innovation includes Mako and Da Vinci robotic systems for surgical excellence.
• Culture of Engagement We re proud to be named to the 2026 top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by Chartis Center for Rural Health for the 11 th time.

Discover Aberdeen, South Dakota Where Opportunity Meets Quality of Life

Aberdeen is a regional hub of 30,000 residents known as the third-largest city in South Dakota located in the northeastern part of the state.

Why Aberdeen?

• Outdoor Recreation: The primary draw is the outdoor activities of hunting (especially pheasant) and fishing with two lakes within15 miles from Aberdeen. The lakes offer premier boating, fishing, and camping sites.
• Parks and Trails: The community features extensive walking trails and historic parks. Storybook Land is the crown jewel of Aberdeen and a must-see for kids and adults.
• Education: Aberdeen offers top-rated education with a K-12 public school system. A first-rate Catholic School system with Preschool-12th grade and an excellent Christian School K-12. Aberdeen is the home of Northern State University - GO WOLVES! The University and Aberdeen have a strong, interconnected relationship, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
• Culture: A family-oriented town with a vibrant community feel, historic architecture, and local amenities that serve as a destination for the surrounding rural regions.
• Regional Hub: Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life while remaining within a three-hour drive of Sioux Falls, Fargo, ND or Bismark, ND. Aberdeen has a regional airport with daily flights to Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN.

This is your opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values quality care , community impact and professional growth .