Nocturnist Hospitalist Physician — Full-Time Nights in Boston (Academic, Teaching Opportunity)

Join an established hospitalist team in Boston as a full-time nocturnist providing admissions and inpatient care with opportunities for teaching and academic appointment. The role emphasizes team-based practice, reasonable patient volumes, and strong peer support.

Schedule

• Night shifts: Weekdays 6:45 PM–7:00 AM; weekends 6:30 PM–7:00 AM (one weekend shift extends to 7:30 AM)
• One daytime weekend shift per rotation: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM (covers 10 patients)
• Average: 12 twelve-hour shifts per month
• Typical admissions: 4–5 per shift
• Cross-coverage: 30–40 patients
• Team: 9 nocturnists per night with sick-call backup

Clinical Responsibilities

• Admit and manage inpatients during nocturnal shifts
• Provide cross-coverage and continuity of care for 30–40 patients
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and attendings
• Participate in teaching of medical students and residents (opportunity for academic appointment)

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Completion of an accredited residency program
• Eligible for Massachusetts medical license
• Hospitalist experience preferred but not required
• New graduates encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting base salary: $295,000+ (increases with experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and CME support
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available

Location

• Hospital located in central Boston within a world-class healthcare system

Application

• Open to candidates seeking mentorship or experienced clinicians ready to contribute to a collaborative nocturnist team.