Nocturnist Physician

Nocturnist opening in Burlington, MA17 miles from BostonSummary :

FT, permanent

The Division of Hospital Medicine is comprised of more than 77 physicians and approximately 29 advance practitioners, all committed to providing exceptional patient care. As a tertiary care academic medical center, we care for a broad spectrum of patients, many with highly complex medical disease. The Division has a very strong history of excellence in medical education and hosts a multitude of trainees throughout the year. We are currently searching for a Nocturnist.

Details : 7 on 7 off block schedule

Nocturnists do not respond to codes; ICU responds to codes

Currently the Nocturnists do Rapid Responses with residents

Admissions to Internal Medicine overnight by residents; 3-4 are staffed by one of our Nocturnists

Provide direct care to patients and supervise APP for both admission and cross coverage role

The Division is a collegial group where providers feel their contributions are recognized and valued.

Ideal candidates should possess strong academic credentials including Residency Training in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Candidates should be committed to providing exceptional patient care. They should be hard-working, dependable, collegial and professional in their demeanor.

Retention incentive : 1 shift reduction per month after completion of 1 year as 1.0 FTE or equivalent, additional shift reduction after completion of 3 year as 1.0 FTE or equivalent

The following clinical programs and initiatives are underway : Collaborative unit based care practice model with 85% geographic cohorting and daily multidisciplinary and transition care rounds at all sites

Co-management services with orthopedic surgery medical center

Co-management service with hematology at medical center

Inpatient teaching team rounds with internal medicine residents and UMass Chan medical students

Inpatient junior hospitalist rotation for new PGY2 internal medicine residents every July and August

Inpatient medicine rotation for international medical students at medical center ( 25 students per year)