Nocturnist - Night Hospitalist

Job Description
Job Description Physician Practice Enhancement is a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join our hospitalist program as a Nocturnist at St. Joseph's in Yonkers, NY
Qualifications:
Board certification in Hospital Medicine, Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
MD or DO licensed in the state of New York
Experience working as a nocturnist or in night hospitalist roles.
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) certification.
Strong background in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Provide direct patient care to hospitalized adults during night shifts, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Respond promptly to acute medical issues and emergencies, coordinating with nursing staff and specialists as necessary.
Perform necessary procedures such as central line placement, lumbar punctures, and paracentesis in accordance with hospital protocols.
Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record system.
Communicate effectively with day hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, and patients’ families to ensure continuity of care and clear handoffs.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Manage admissions, discharges, and transfers during the night shift to optimize patient flow and resource utilization.

7pm-7am