Nocturnist

Colorado Springs, ColoradoPosted 2mo agoattending physician
$300,000 – $340,000Pay listed on source · unverified
Family MedicineFull-timeFlexible inpatient night shifts, typically 7 days on/7 days off or similar · Night shifts: 12 shifts per month, 7-on/7-off or similar models

Overview

Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Schedule
Flexible inpatient night shifts, typically 7 days on/7 days off OR similar · Night shifts: 12 shifts per month, 7-on/7-off OR similar models
Source-listed pay
$300,000 – $340,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Hospital-based inpatient · Hospital

Role summary

This Nocturnist role at a 712-bed hospital involves flexible inpatient night shifts (typically 7-on/7-off) focusing on comprehensive hospitalist care with teaching responsibilities. The position offers a competitive guaranteed salary with a shift rate of $2,337.89 for 12 shifts per month and includes up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Inpatient focus with some outpatient follow-up care
  • Patient population: Hospitalized patients with diverse acute medical conditions
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$300k–$340k
Physician-reported total comp$280k–$365k · $329k median
$270kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$375k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$300,000 – $340,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
acrifice your career ambitions to enjoy the lifestyle you've always envisioned. Pay Range $300,000 - $340,000 /year
Observed
2 mo ago

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Next steps

Employer

CommonSpirit Health

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Hospital-based inpatient
Facility type
Hospital
Beds
712
Patient population
Hospitalized patients with diverse acute medical conditions
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Colorado
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Hospital-based inpatient

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  • Is $300,000–$340,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Flexible inpatient night shifts, typically 7 days on/7 days off or similar
Call burden
Night shifts: 12 shifts per month, 7-on/7-off or similar models
Shift type
Night shifts only
Inpatient / outpatient
Inpatient focus with some outpatient follow-up care
Admin burden
Streamlined with comprehensive resources to reduce administrative tasks
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
2 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Nocturnist Provider, you will join a physician-centric organization dedicated to delivering top-quality, accessible inpatient care within the community. You will have the opportunity to focus on patient well-being, supported by comprehensive resources designed to streamline administrative tasks and enhance your practice within a hospital setting.

In your practice, you will engage in a flexible work schedule, typically involving dedicated inpatient shifts (e.g., 7-on/7-off or similar models). You will provide comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients, including admissions, daily rounds, diagnostic workups, and discharge planning. This role demands strong clinical acumen for managing a diverse range of acute medical conditions and close collaboration with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient transitions and optimal outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will be a board-certified or board-eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician committed to upholding the highest standards of medical ethics and customary practice. You will possess exceptional clinical skills in inpatient medicine and a passion for providing compassionate, high-value care to acutely ill patients.

  • Be responsible for comprehensive patient care to assure that the health care needs of patients are being met, including attendance at Interdisciplinary or nursing rounds and daily communication with the team caring for the patient.
  • Renders quality medical services according to qualifications as an internal medicine or family practice physician with appropriate referrals, follow-up and hospitalization.
  • The Hospitalist supports hospital medical staff and other area physicians utilizing the Hospitalist service by overseeing the inpatient experience, including providing follow-up care for patients in the outpatient realm.
  • Communicates health status and treatment plan to patient, family and hospital staff.
  • The Hospitalist documents information completely for patient care and billing purposes, and assists in the review of work flow, office practices and objectives; and teaches medical students, residents and others in graduate health education programs.

We are offering a competitive base salary guaranteed for up to three years (Nocturnist workload is 12 shifts a month or 144 shifts a year. Nocturnist shift rate is $2,337.89/shift), a generous CME allowance, and up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives, which include a sign-on bonus, student loan assistance, a residency bonus, and relocation assistance for new hires who meet the eligibility requirements. Additionally, a Physician Mentorship Program is available for professional growth and development.


Job Requirements

Required

  • Doctorate of Medicine required
  • Current Physician License in the state of Colorado required
  • Current BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association required
  • Other certifications may be required depending on practice setting or credentialing requirements

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

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Where You'll Work

Join a team that balances clinical excellence with a passion for patient care. Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a leading 712-bed network dedicated to high-tech, compassionate medicine. Our facilities-including Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest-offer a collaborative environment where innovation meets tradition. As a proud Magnet-designated hospital, we prioritize nursing excellence and professional growth, ensuring you have the support needed to thrive in your career. Whether you are providing life-saving trauma care or specialized cancer treatment, you'll find that our commitment to quality is matched only by our dedication to our staff.

Beyond the professional fulfillment found within our walls, Colorado Springs offers an unmatched quality of life. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, the region boasts over 300 days of sunshine each year and a mild climate that encourages year-round exploration. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast looking to hike the trails of Pikes Peak, a nature lover taking in the breathtaking rock formations of Garden of the Gods, or someone who enjoys relaxing at world-class destination resorts, Colorado Springs provides the perfect backdrop for a healthy work-life balance. Here, you don't have to sacrifice your career ambitions to enjoy the lifestyle you've always envisioned.


Pay Range
$300,000 - $340,000 /year