Nocturnist - Physician

Nocturnist Physician

St. Elizabeth Physicians | Northern Kentucky / Greater Cincinnati Region

St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our expanding, high-performing hospital medicine team. As one of the region's leading physician-led organizations, we deliver 24/7 care to more than 500 acutely ill patients across four hospitalsand we're looking for a nocturnist who shares our commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. A 2025 start date is preferred, though alternative timelines are welcome.

This role offers the chance to practice in a supportive, collaborative environment with strong APP coverage, modern facilities, and a culture that values clinical excellence and work-life balance.

Role Overview

The nocturnist will work 7 pm 7 am, partnering closely with our experienced nocturnist APP team to manage admissions and provide high-quality inpatient care across med-surg, TCU, and medical ICU units.

What You'll Do

• Lead the admission process for patients requiring hospitalization, ensuring timely, thorough evaluation and safe transitions of care.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, including history-taking, physical exams, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Initiate and manage evidence-based treatment plans, including pharmacologic therapies and coordination of specialty consultations.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of specialists, nurses, and APPs to deliver seamless, multidisciplinary care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing updates, education, and support during hospitalization.
• Utilize strong clinical judgment to navigate complex medical decision-making in the acute care setting.
• Perform bedside procedures as appropriate; procedural skills are welcomed and supported.

What You Bring

• MD or DO with completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in your specialty.
• Eligibility for Kentucky medical licensure.
• Strong communication skills, clinical confidence, and a commitment to delivering exceptional inpatient care.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced hospital environment.

Why Join St. Elizabeth Physicians?

• Physician-led organization with a strong culture of teamwork, respect, and clinical autonomy.
• Robust nocturnist APP support, ensuring manageable workloads and collaborative care.
• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits and incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership involvement, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Access to modern facilities, advanced technology, and reliable administrative support.
• A welcoming community with excellent schools, affordable living, and easy access to Cincinnati's cultural and recreational offerings.

About St. Elizabeth:

St. Elizabeth Physicians is a physician-led multi-specialty physician group organization consisting of 517 physicians, 334 advanced practice providers, and more than 2,000 non-provider associates. We are very proud of our culture around physician wellness and our high physician engagement and satisfaction scores. St. Elizabeth Physicians serves more than 409,000 patients in our more than 121 conveniently located practices in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. In partnership with St. Elizabeth Healthcare, we are transforming how care is delivered in our region.

We are a mission and values driven organization, focused on patient-centered care, accountability, community, innovation, teamwork, and excellence. St. Elizabeth is a regional healthcare provider continually recognized as one of the nation's best. Our mission is to ensure our patients receive comprehensive and compassionate care - anywhere. St. Elizabeth Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other characteristic that is protected by state or federal law.