Hospitalist Opening in Sacramento, CA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Hospitalist
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Sacramento, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/21/25
Nocturnist opening in Sacramento, CA
Located in Sacramento
Full Time; Permanent
Employed
7 on 7 off
Board Eligible/Certified
Academically affiliated location
Physician will have responsibility for patient management, admissions, and consults from the emergency department
They will secure appropriate consultation for patients that are admitted and need specialty care, and will coordinate care with ED staff to ensure appropriate patient disposition
When not in the admitting physician role, the nocturnist may be asked to assume the role of cross-cover
Cross-cover will be responsible for addressing questions or concerns from staff regarding inpatients that are hospitalized on the hospitalist service
Shifts are organized into 8.5-hour blocks of shifts, with flexible scheduling
However, once the schedule has been created, hospitalists are responsible for their scheduled shift duties
The nocturnist will be required to work 146-night shifts during each year of the contract
The incumbent in this position will be required to have a separate appointment on the volunteer clinical faculty
This separate appointment will allow the incumbent to supervise and interact with medical students and residents
Each Hospitalists standard responsibilities also include 18 days per year of on-site administrative time
Administrative time includes monthly CQI meetings, business meetings, grand rounds and other non-patient care responsibilities
Here are five benefits of living in Sacramento, CA:
Affordable Living Compared to Other California Cities Sacramento offers a lower cost of living compared to other major cities in California, such as San Francisco and Los Angeles, while still providing access to urban amenities
Thriving Job Market The city is home to diverse industries, including government, healthcare, technology, and agriculture, offering a wide range of employment opportunities
Proximity to Nature and Outdoor Activities Sacramento is surrounded by natural beauty, with easy access to the Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and the American River Parkway for hiking, biking, and water sports
Rich History and Culture As Californias capital, Sacramento is steeped in history, with landmarks like the State Capitol, Old Sacramento, and Sutters Fort, along with a vibrant arts and dining scene
Family-Friendly Environment With highly rated schools, family-oriented neighborhoods, and attractions like the Sacramento Zoo and Fairytale Town, its a great place for raising children Estimated pay range/amount is $214,040 to $348,679.