Physician - Nocturnist
Listed compensation
$252k-$381k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Position Highlights
A Brief Overview
As a Physician - Hospitalist, you will be an integral part of our hospital's medical team, responsible for the comprehensive care and management of patients during their hospital stay. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and recovery of our patients.
What You Will Do
Providing high-quality, evidence-based medical care to patients admitted to the hospital, including initial assessments, diagnosis, and treatment.
Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including specialists, nurses, and support staff, to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Monitoring and managing the medical conditions of inpatients, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Performing procedures and interventions as required, such as central line placement, intubation, and lumbar punctures.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes, orders, and discharge summaries.
Communicating effectively with patients and their families, providing information about diagnoses, treatment options, and expectations for recovery.
Participating in daily patient rounds, case conferences, and multidisciplinary team meetings to review and coordinate patient care.
Staying current with medical knowledge, research, and best practices through continuous professional development and education.
2 - year guarantee from $252,186- $381,183. The pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
What You Will Need
- Doctorate Medicine Required
- Current Illinois medical license Required
- Required
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking at designated locations
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to hospitalized patients, including assessments, diagnosis, and treatment. They will also collaborate with healthcare teams to manage patient conditions and perform necessary medical procedures.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate of Medicine and possess a current Illinois medical license. The role requires the ability to perform clinical procedures and maintain accurate patient documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 49 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 84% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
In Illinois, the Hospital Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$361k (57 salary observations; 113 listings), vs ~$304k nationally (588 salary observations; 3,345 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $252k–$381k | Hospital Medicine median $340k (middle half $325k–$498k)30 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Illinois vs national | $361k median in Illinois | $304k nationally (+19%)57 state / 588 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$317k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Hospital Medicine listings in Illinois | 48 active | 1,222 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 84% no call · 57% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Hospital Medicine pay trend | +2.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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