Physician - Hospitalist - Full-Time Nocturnist

Full-Time Nocturnist Position

A well-established hospitalist group in Bakersfield, California is seeking a full-time Nocturnist to join their team covering local hospitals. This role offers 12-hour night shifts (in-house 9 hours, paid for full 12), minimal admissions, no procedures, and strong specialty backup, making it ideal for Internal Medicine-trained physicians who enjoy hospitalist medicine with predictable night shifts.

Full-time night shifts: alternate schedules (8 PM5 AM or 10 PM7 AM)

No procedures and no code blue responsibility (ICU manages emergencies)

Work closely with 24/7 in-house intensivists and specialty physicians

Cross-cover floor calls on alternating nights

Handover patient care to intensivist after admission

Internal Medicine residency program starting soon; night float program coming next year

MD/DO with Board Eligibility or Board Certification in Internal Medicine

Eligible for California medical license (or ability to obtain)

Comfortable managing hospitalist patients at night

Competitive salary with full-time hospitalist benefits

Structured schedule providing work-life balance

Strong support from multidisciplinary hospitalist team and specialists

Opportunity to work across multiple hospitals with a reputable hospitalist group

Bakersfield offers affordable living, family-friendly neighborhoods, and access to outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking, biking, and weekend trips to Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks, while living in sunny Central California with proximity to major cities.

If you are an Internal Medicine physician seeking a full-time nocturnist position with a supportive hospitalist group, predictable night shifts, and professional growth opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!