Geisinger Wyoming Valley is seeking a Nocturnist Physician Hospitalist to join their team in Wilkes Barre, PA. Schedule: 7pm - 7am (7 days on, 7 days off) ICU: Partially open Procedures: Not Required A hospital-based physician who only works overnight. Nocturnists are usually trained in internal medicine and have experience in hospital medicine. However, there are nocturnists trained in other such as psychiatry or family medicine. Job Duties: Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed. Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes. Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. We take pride in the support we provide our hospitalists to promote a healthy work/life balance: A newly revised and highly competitive compensation and benefits plan, including competitive salaries. Hospitalist fellowship opportunities are available at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (Wilkes-Barre, PA) Excellent benefit package, including Malpractice & Tail coverage, sign on incentives/Forgivable loan. Full relocation benefits Opportunities to participate in teaching and research studies Fully integrated electronic health record (Epic) Professional opportunities for mentorship, growth and advancement
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees