Emergency Medicine Physician – Nocturnist -$365K-430K
Job at a glance
Job description
Emergency Medicine Physician – Nocturnist
Level II Trauma Center | Block Time Off | High-Acuity Practice
If you enjoy nights, thrive in high-acuity environments, and want a schedule that actually gives you meaningful time off, this Nocturnist Emergency Medicine opportunity delivers.
A busy, hospital-employed Emergency Medicine program is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Nocturnist to join a collegial, residency-trained physician team at a regional Level II Trauma Center. The department is growing and undergoing a major expansion—creating an exciting time to join a stable, well-supported group.
The Emergency Department
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Level II Trauma Center serving a large regional population
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Annual volume of 60,000+ visits (150–200 patients per day)
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Dedicated trauma and resuscitation rooms
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Independent fast-track staffed by APPs
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Zone-based care model with physicians, APPs, and RNs working together
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
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Nocturnist position
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Average of 14 shifts per month
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Mix of 9- and 10-hour shifts
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Equitable scheduling model
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Seven consecutive days off every month
Practice Highlights
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All ED physicians are residency-trained and board-certified
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High-acuity, clinically engaging case mix
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Strong APP support and team-based workflow
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Opportunity to teach residents and medical students
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Designed to balance efficiency, quality care, and physician sustainability
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive compensation with productivity bonus
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$100,000 sign-on bonus
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Student loan repayment options
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
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PSLF-eligible employer
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Paid interview expenses
Clinical Support Environment
You’ll practice in a modern medical center with strong specialty backup and hospitalist support for admissions and consults. The facility offers advanced imaging, robust ICU coverage, in-house anesthesia services, and a well-established multidisciplinary care model—allowing ED physicians to focus on emergency medicine.
Who We’re Looking For
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MD or DO
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Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
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Eligible for medical licensure
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Comfortable with high-acuity, trauma-level care
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Team-oriented and patient-focused
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Not open to new graduates
Life Outside the ED
Located in a growing Southern community, this area offers:
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Affordable housing and low cost of living
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Mild winters and warm weather year-round
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Easy access to Gulf Coast beaches (under two hours away)
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Outdoor recreation, golf, trails, and water activities
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Regional airport with convenient travel options
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A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
The Takeaway
This is a high-quality nocturnist role with block time off, strong clinical support, and a growing Emergency Department—ideal for physicians who enjoy nights and want both professional challenge and lifestyle balance.