Nocturnist Physician (MD/DO) - North Dakota

Hospitalist - Nocturnist Role OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and clinically skilled Board-Certified or Board-Eligible (BC/BE) Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our hospitalist team as a Nocturnist. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality inpatient care during overnight shifts, managing admissions from the Emergency Department, and providing cross-coverage for existing inpatients. You will serve as the primary point of clinical decision-making during nighttime hours, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.Key ResponsibilitiesAdmissions & Evaluations : Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations for new admissions arriving through the Emergency Department or via direct transfer.Acute Care Management : Provide immediate assessment and intervention for acute clinical changes in the inpatient population (cross-coverage).Collaborative Handoffs : Ensure seamless transitions of care through detailed verbal and written sign-outs to the daytime hospitalist team.Multidisciplinary Coordination : Collaborate with nursing staff, respiratory therapists, and on-call specialists to manage complex cases and urgent medical needs.Procedure Performance : (If applicable to facility) Perform necessary nighttime procedures, such as intubations, central line placements, or paracentesis, or coordinate with the ICU team for advanced support.Documentation : Complete all admission notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Minimum Qualifications Education : Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.Training : Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.Licensure : Must hold or be eligible for an unrestricted State Medical License and active DEA registration.Certification : Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) by the ABIM or ABFM. Preferred Skills Prior experience in a high-acuity hospitalist or nocturnist role.Strong competency in bedside ultrasound and acute procedural skills.Ability to work independently and make critical clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with nocturnal staff and anxious families. Facility will sponsor J1 or H1B visa candidates for 2027Brian KeeganPrincipal iRecruitMDC. 605.360.0946F. 605. 582.8532O. 605.582.8504brian@irecruitmd.com