Job Summary
Job Description
Join Our Killeen, TX Team as a Nocturnist Hospital Medicine Physician – A Role Designed for You
We believe in bringing “better” to our local community in Killeen—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.
We are hiring for a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.
People First in Killeen, TX
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our close-knit team at AdventHeath Central Texas
- Work alongside three hospitalist physicians, one nocturnist physician, a clinical performance nurse, and one swing APP.
Qualifications:
- Internal or family medicine board certification.
- Active medical license or eligible to become licensed in Washington.
Practice in the Heart of the Community
Flexible Scheduling:
- Our nocturnist position offers flexible scheduling to suit your needs.
- Most employees work a seven-on-7 seven-off schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Our hospital is organized into five units: two medical-surgical units, one progressive care unit, one cardiac/step-down care unit, and one intensive care unit (ICU). The ICU is staffed with a dedicated critical care physician with tele-ICU capabilities.
- Support level 3 trauma center, stroke center, and comprehensive cardiac center, our facility provides specialized care.
- Overseeing inpatient care, handling new admissions, and supervising the swing APP.
- Active participation in mandatory multidisciplinary rounds ensures patient safety and directs appropriate resources.
- Team members are deeply committed to the hospital’s success and actively participate in various committees such as the sepsis, readmission, peer review, credentialing, and glycemic.
- Mentor PA students through clinical rotations and engage in health equity projects initiated by the hospital’s quality department.
Living and Working in Killeen, TX
- Killeen isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live and enjoy the welcoming spirit of Central Texas. With its diverse community, rich military history, and growing local amenities, Killeen offers a comfortable and thriving environment. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors, enjoying local festivals, or connecting with neighbors, Killeen is a place where you can truly feel at home.
Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact
Killeen, TX-Centered Care:
Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we’re focused on the people of Killeen and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.
Rewards and Benefits:
- Compensation: Salary aligned with industry standards
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401k with matching contributions.
- Paid malpractice insurance.
- Secure your future via Sound Physicians’ Path to Partnership™ track + attain incentive-based rewards based on performance.