Critical Care Nocturnist

Critical Care Nocturnist

Covington, LouisianaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
~$495,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 12 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Critical CareFull-time42 hours per week, nocturnist

Overview

Location
Covington, Louisiana
Schedule
42 hours per week, nocturnist
SalaryDr Signal range
$472k – $578k

12 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Hospital-employed · Hospital

Role summary

A hospital-employed nocturnist critical care position in Covington, LA offering 42 hours/week with 100% ICU coverage and a patient census of 10-15, including teaching opportunities in an intensivist-led ICU.

What the posting highlights

  • Intensivist-led ICU with multidisciplinary team support
  • Care setting: 100% ICU coverage, no outpatient responsibilities
  • Patient population: High-acuity critical care patients
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$472k–$578k · $495k median
$459kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$590k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$472k – $578k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
12 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$472k–$578k · $495k median
$459kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$590k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 12 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

CompHealth

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Unclaimed profile
EHR
Not stated in posting
Source
Recruiter-posted
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Hospital-employed
Facility type
Hospital
Patient population
High-acuity critical care patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Louisiana
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Hospital-employed

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Questions to ask the employer

  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
42 hours per week, nocturnist
Shift type
night shifts
Patient volume
10-15 patients census
Inpatient / outpatient
100% ICU coverage, no outpatient responsibilities
Coverage model
intensivist-led ICU with multidisciplinary team support
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Recruiter-posted
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
80%

Full description

Covington, LA, is an excellent place for physicians to practice, offering a strong healthcare network, a growing patient population, and a high quality of life. It's proximity to major medical centers in New Orleans, Covington provides opportunities for advanced medical care in a community-focused setting. The city's charming atmosphere, top-rated schools, and access to outdoor recreation make it an ideal place for physicians seeking both professional growth and a great work-life balance. With a welcoming community and a thriving local economy, Covington is a fantastic location for medical professionals. As the premier staffing agency with unmatched capabilities and scale, CompHealth exists to help you achieve more success with less worry. Contact Matthew Melicia at matthew.melicia@comphealth.com or (954) 837-2626 to learn more about this opportunity. 42 hours per week schedule 100% ICU coverage - no outpatient responsibilities Intensivist-led ICU with multidisciplinary team support Manage high-acuity patients in critical care setting Hospital-employed position with health system Board-certified or board-eligible in Critical Care Medicine Academic affiliation with teaching opportunities Patient census of 10 - 15 patients Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail