Nocturnist Hospitalist - BSA Health System Amarillo, Texas Physician-led, hospital-employed nocturnist opportunity in a Top 100 Hospital with full intensivist and specialty support. Join a collaborative and well-established hospitalist program at Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital, a 450-bed regional referral center in the heart of the Texas Panhandle. The BSA Hospitalist Group includes 35 board-certified/board-eligible physicians and 8 advanced practice providers managing a daily census of approximately 230-240 patients. This opportunity offers autonomy with strong system support, 24/7 intensivist backup, and a collegial culture known for stability and teamwork. About the Role Our nocturnist team provides overnight admissions, ICU and floor cross-coverage, and NP supervision with dedicated support from intensivists and the evening split-shift team. Schedule: 9 PM - 7 AM (10-hour shift) 7-on / 7-off Team: 2 physicians + 1 NP each night Primary Duties: Admissions from ER & direct admits, NP supervision, ICU and floor coverage ICU: Semi-open model with 24/7 medical and surgical intensivist coverage; hospitalists may manage selected ICU patients in coordination Procedures: Optional - central line and airway skills encouraged but not required; vascular access team handles most lines; RT, ICU, and Anesthesia available for airway support Smart Technology: See more patients without extending your day. Our providers use Epic EMR and Ambience AI scribe technology to automate documentation, reduce administrative burden, improve patient flow, and ensure accurate coding-leading to better work-life balance and revenue. Unlike many larger metro programs, our nocturnists typically manage 5-6 new patients per night (range 3-11). This balanced workload allows time for thoughtful chart review, communication with families, and patient-centered decision-making. Physicians here feel supported, not rushed-and that makes a measurable difference in care quality. Our program is known for its organization and efficiency-from well-defined coverage roles to NP-managed phone triage and seamless patient distribution. It's a system designed to let physicians focus on medicine, not logistics. Operational Snapshot 450-bed acute-care facility 50-bed ICU Level III Trauma Chest Pain & Primary Stroke Centers Average daily hospitalist census: 230 patients 55 new admits/consults per day MDs average 6-7 admissions per shift NPs average 4-5 Cross-coverage shared with evening (split) team for seamless hand-offs RRTs & Codes: Led by Texas Tech Family Practice residents with ICU nursing support; tele-neurology stroke team available Hospitalists admit for nearly all services except selected surgical subspecialties Specialty & Ancillary Support Comprehensive specialty backup ensures seamless care at all levels of acuity: Pulmonary/Critical Care Cardiology (Interventional & EP) GI (Interventional) ID Oncology Neurology & Tele-Neuro Nephrology Psychiatry Endocrinology Rheumatology Palliative Care and Inpatient Hospice General & Trauma Surgery Vascular & Thoracic Surgery Surgical Oncology OB-GYN & GYN-Onc ENT Urology Orthopedics Hand Surgery Plastic Surgery Podiatry IR OMFS Ophthalmology Full Imaging & Rehab Services. Culture & Team Environment Physicians consistently describe our group as a true work family-collegial, reliable, and deeply supportive across shifts. We value practicing good medicine over high-volume throughput. BSA's physician-friendly culture and commitment to manageable workloads allow providers to deliver meaningful, patient-centered care. Community Highlights Amarillo is a thriving regional hub with a population of 242,000 and a growing healthcare, education, and aviation economy. The city combines urban amenities with small-town friendliness and is minutes from the scenic Palo Duro Canyon. Home prices remain among the most affordable in Texas, and excellent A-rated schools and low traffic contribute to exceptional work-life balance. The Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport offers quick, stress-free travel-park, check in, and board in minutes-with short flights to Dallas, Denver, and beyond. Compensation & Benefits Package Competitive base salary + quality & productivity bonuses Robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid malpractice (with tail) Retirement plan CME allowance Relocation assistance Sign-on bonus available Loan assistance and consultative services through Navigate Student Loans Residency stipend options Progressive compensation model with annual increases for tenure (first 3 years) Additional moonlighting opportunities with separate shift differential 7 days of PTO Learn more about Benefits offered by copying and pasting this link in your browser: About BSA Health System BSA Health System is the fourth-largest employer in Amarillo with over 450 physicians and 3,400 employees serving a regional population of 650,000. Recognized by Watson Health as a Top 100 Hospital and consistently rated "A" for safety by Leapfrog, BSA is the preferred referral center for the Texas Panhandle and tri-state area. The hospital recently received Ardent Health Services' Best Employee Loyalty Award, reflecting high provider satisfaction and engagement. To explore this opportunity or schedule a 15-minute call, contact us today- limited openings as we expand night coverage.