Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO)
Location: Traverse City, MI
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Hospitalist
Job Description Apply Now
The Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO) role presents a unique and rewarding opportunity for physicians who are board certified or board eligible in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. This locum tenens position is focused on providing high-quality nocturnist coverage for both adult and pediatric inpatients, excluding neonates, at a leading medical facility. As a Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist, you will play an essential role in managing acute and chronic medical conditions during overnight hours, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. This opening is ideal for dedicated clinicians seeking to leverage their dual training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in a dynamic hospital environment. The hospital operates as a Level II Trauma Center with a 425-bed capacity and an average daily census of approximately 235 patients, offering exposure to a diverse patient population and a wide range of clinical scenarios.
Working as a Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO), you will be responsible for night shift coverage onsite, with a minimum commitment of 10 to 14 shifts per month. The position offers comprehensive support, including coverage for travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance, ensuring a seamless locum tenens experience. The hospital employs a closed ICU model with 20 beds, relieving you from the need to perform lines, drains, or tubes, and instead allowing you to focus on acute management and clinical decision-making. You will also oversee the step-down unit and participate in code and rapid response teams, collaborating closely with nurse practitioners and physician assistants under a formal agreement. The electronic medical record (EMR) system in use is Cerner, providing robust tools for clinical documentation and workflow efficiency. Subspecialty support is readily available, enhancing your ability to deliver comprehensive care.
This opportunity is ideal for Med-Peds physicians who are licensed in Michigan and hold an active DEA registration, along with certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). The hospitalist team expects an average of 25 nightly admissions, providing ample opportunity for clinical challenge and professional growth. With credentialing timelines to be determined, candidates interested in the Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO) position are encouraged to apply promptly and take the next step in their medical career.
Optigy is committed to supporting the career advancement of healthcare professionals and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and patient-centered work environment. If you are a Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO) excited to make a meaningful impact in inpatient care, click the application button below to begin your application process.
Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO) - Summary- Locum tenens nocturnist position for board certified or eligible Med-Peds physicians
- Onsite night shift coverage for both adult and pediatric inpatients
- Minimum of 10–14 shifts per month required
- Comprehensive support for travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance
- Provide inpatient nocturnist care for adults and pediatric patients (excluding neonates)
- Oversee patient management in a 425-bed hospital with an average census of 235
- Participate in code and rapid response teams (no procedures or intubations required)
- Supervise and collaborate with nurse practitioners and physician assistants
- Utilize Cerner EMR for documentation and order entry
- Manage patients in the closed ICU (20 beds) and step-down unit
- Coordinate care with available subspecialty support
- Handle approximately 25 nightly admissions
- Ensure adherence to hospital protocols and quality standards
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Travel and lodging expenses covered
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Flexible shift scheduling within required minimums
- Board Certification or Eligibility in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
- Active Michigan medical license and valid DEA registration
- Certifications: ACLS and PALS required
- Previous inpatient hospitalist experience preferred
- Ability to work independently during night shifts
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR is a plus
- Dual-trained Med-Peds physician (MD/DO) with nocturnist experience
- Comfortable managing both adult and pediatric inpatient cases
- Thrives in a fast-paced hospital setting
- Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to high-quality patient care
- Meets all licensure and certification requirements for Michigan
- The position is located in a vibrant area, offering a positive work-life balance and access to community resources
- Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center with extensive subspecialty support
- Credentialing process timeline is to be determined
- Optigy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
Take the next step in your career as a Med-Peds Hospitalist Nocturnist (MD/DO) and apply today by clicking the application button below to join a dedicated team making a difference in inpatient care.