Hospitalist, Nocturnist | 7 On/7 Off Independent Hospital Near Chicago

Job Description

At Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, our nocturnists are an essential part of a collaborative hospital medicine team that keeps exceptional patient care moving around the clock. As patient volumes continue to grow, we're seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine physician to join our established overnight team.

This isn't a role where you're practicing in isolation. You'll be supported by experienced nursing staff, dedicated case management, outstanding specialty consultants, and a hospital leadership team that values physician input. If you're looking for a place where you can focus on practicing high-quality medicine while enjoying a predictable schedule and a strong work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

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• 7 on / 7 off schedule
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• 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM shifts
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• One nocturnist in-house overnight
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• Well-established Hospital Medicine program serving the community since 2009
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• Approximately 95% of inpatient admissions managed by the Hospitalist team
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• Average of 4-5 overnight admissions
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• Open ICU with specialty consultation readily available
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• Meditech Expanse EMR with Dragon dictation
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• Dedicated Hospitalist coding support
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• Daily multidisciplinary rounds
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• Excellent nursing, case management, and social work support
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• Intubations and central lines preferred, but not required
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• Compensation: $300,000–$320,000 base salary (depending on experience), plus quality incentives from day one
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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
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• Medical education loan repayment of $20,000 annually , if applicable
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• Relocation assistance up to $8,000
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• $6,000 annual CME and general expense allowance
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• 6 weeks of paid time off , plus CME time
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• Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
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• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, 457(b), and physician Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP)
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• Paid malpractice insurance with no tail coverage
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• Additional compensation available for voluntarily picking up extra shifts beyond the standard 7 on/7 off schedule
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As an independent, not-for-profit hospital, we're able to focus on what matters most—our patients, our providers, and our community. We serve more than 170,000 residents across 20 communities while maintaining the physician-friendly culture that's becoming increasingly difficult to find in larger health systems. Our medical staff includes more than 200 physicians and 45 advanced practice providers representing nearly 40 specialties.

Located about an hour southwest of downtown Chicago, Morris offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, waterfront homes, and a historic downtown. You'll enjoy the benefits of practicing in a growing community while remaining close to everything the Chicago metropolitan area has to offer.