Nocturnist Hospitalist

We Are Hiring

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Nocturnist to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice at Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Ascension Wisconsin is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician for our Hospitalist team as a Nocturnist. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Wisconsin to provide medical services to patients.

Collaborative Care Model: Enjoy a high degree of clinical autonomy as the overnight physician, working side-by-side with a dedicated night APP partner. Backed by a seamless handoff from our daytime team of four physicians and two APPs, you will manage an incredibly sustainable average of only 8 admissions per night.

Optimal Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a highly predictable and sustainable 7-on/7-off schedule (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM, 144 shifts annually) designed to support an excellent quality of life outside the hospital.

Lead Acute Interventions: Serve as the clinical anchor overnight by evaluating and treating acute admissions and responding to code blue and rapid response calls in a semi-closed ICU setting.

Procedure Flexibility: Have the clinical autonomy to perform procedures if you choose, with the ultimate peace of mind knowing you are supported by an experienced nursing team and a full complement of sub-specialists.

Champion Quality & Efficiency: Partner with the medical staff to improve cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes, earning eligibility for a 2.5% annual quality metric bonus alongside a seniority bonus.

Document Excellence: Capture the patient story with precision and care, maintaining high-quality records that serve as a reliable roadmap for the daytime team.

About the Facility

Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital is a premier facility in Appleton, recently enhanced by a state-of-the-art 90-bed patient tower. As a Level III Trauma Center and Certified Stroke and Chest Pain Center, the hospital serves as a regional anchor for high-acuity care. Our Hospitalist team is backed by a deeply supportive nursing and administrative staff, all working within a newly renovated, modern clinical environment that features advanced sub-specialty support in Cardiology, Pulmonology/Critical Care, GI, and Surgery.

Why Physicians Choose the Fox Cities

Anchored by Neenah, Menasha, and Appleton, the Fox Cities offer a unique mixture of urban style and small-town charm.

Lifestyle & Leisure: Access to over 15,000 lakes for sailing, skiing, and fishing, plus extensive trails for biking and hiking.

Cultural Hub: Home to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, featuring Broadway shows and world-class entertainment.

Location: Ideally situated in Northeastern Wisconsin—just 30 miles from Green Bay and an easy drive to Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

Community: A fast-growing, safe, and family-oriented region with a patient draw area of 230,000 and an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living.

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

Clinician-Led Culture: A collaborative environment where your engagement is recognized as a key driver of excellent care.

Stability & Incentives: Benefit from competitive compensation, a 2.5% yearly quality metric bonus, a seniority bonus, and a great retirement package.

National Reach, Local Autonomy: Collaborate with over 7,000 providers nationwide while maintaining the autonomy to practice within your local community.

Mission-Centered: Rooted in a deep commitment to service and compassionate, personalized healthcare for all.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Visa Eligibility

H1-B Visa Eligible

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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Why Join Our Team?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.