Nocturnist GI Hospitalist
VHC Health - Nocturnist GI Hospitalist Position: Full-Time Nocturnist Gastroenterology Hospitalist Location: Arlington, VA (DC Metro / DMV Area) VHC Health is seeking a Board-Certified GI Hospitalist to join our growing, patient-centered program at our main hospital campus in Arlington, Virginia-a leading medical hub in the Washington, DC metro region. This opportunity is ideal for Gastroenterologists interested in a dedicated overnight inpatient role, providing high-acuity GI care with a balanced schedule. Opportunity Highlights Full-time employed nocturnist position within a highly reputable, award-winning health system Dedicated inpatient GI hospitalist role focused on consults, urgent procedures, and acute care management Hospital-based practice at VHC Health's Main Hospital Campus in Arlington, VA Access to advanced endoscopy and procedural support Collaborative environment with hospitalists, intensivists, and subspecialists Strong administrative and operational support Emphasis on clinical excellence, efficiency, and patient-centered care Schedule 7-on / 7-off block schedule Weekday shift hours: 5:00 PM - 7:00 AM call (holding pager, availability for emergent procedures or in-house consults) Weekend shift hours: 5:00 PM Friday - 7:00 AM Monday (call coverage, holding pager, covering inpatient consults and procedures) Position Responsibilities Provide clinical overnight inpatient gastroenterology services Manage acute GI conditions and other urgent/emergent presentations Collaborate closely with Emergency Medicine, ICU, and Hospitalist teams Ensure timely documentation and structured handoff to daytime GI physicians Participate in quality improvement, compliance, and risk management initiatives Support VHC Health's mission to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care Qualifications MD or DO from an accredited medical school Completion of Gastroenterology fellowship Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology Experience with inpatient GI and endoscopy preferred (new graduates with strong training encouraged to apply) Eligible for or licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Why VHC Health? Ranked among Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals for four consecutive years Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital-one of only a few in the DC metro region Multiple Women's Choice Awards across eight clinical specialties Recognized for Best Hospital for Billing Ethics by Money Magazine and The Leapfrog Group Official healthcare partner of the Washington Commanders Live & Work in Arlington, VA Located just minutes from Washington, DC, Arlington offers the ideal blend of urban access and neighborhood livability: Immediate proximity to DC, Alexandria, Tysons, and surrounding Northern Virginia communities Easy access to Metro, major highways, and Reagan National Airport (DCA) Walkable neighborhoods, vibrant dining, and cultural amenities Highly ranked schools and diverse housing options Whether you prefer city living or nearby suburban neighborhoods, Arlington provides an exceptional environment for both career and lifestyle. Take the Next Step If you are a Gastroenterologist seeking a Nocturnist Hospitalist opportunity in the Northern VA/DC area, we welcome your application. Contact: Joshua Forwood Physician Recruiter - VHC Health jforwood@vhchealth.org