Nocturnist - Thoracic Medicine and Surgery
About The Position
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine is seeking a BC/BE internist to join the Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery in the role of nighttime hospitalist . Although an ideal opportunity for Internists looking to pursue thoracic medicine specialization in the near future, this interest and/or additional training is neither required nor expected. The position will be fully supported by an in-house critical care attending and fellow, who will be readily available for consultation as needed. The successful candidate will provide inpatient service, including weekend coverage, from 7 pm to 7 am for a minimum of 23 weeks per year. They will serve as the attending physician, managing admissions and supervising our phenomenal team of advance providers on the uncovered unit and floor service for the Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery. Why Temple? Unlike any other academic department in the country, the Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery is comprised of physicians and scientists from a wide variety of disciplines focused on the treatment of lung disease – including: Pulmonary and critical care medicine Allergy Thoracic surgery Lung transplant surgery Sleep medicine Diagnostic imaging and interventional thoracic radiology Pulmonary pathology Clinical/scientific research Medical education. Unique multi-disciplinary center provides synergy for cutting edge therapies and novel basic and clinical research. Educational activities that span the continuum of medical and surgical care of patients with common to rare lung disorders.
Requirements
- M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent
- Board Certified or Eligible in Internal Medicine
- Unrestricted medical license from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or the ability to obtain one prior to their start date
- Must demonstrate sensitivity to the culture, needs, and aspirations of the diverse community we serve
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient service, including weekend coverage, from 7 pm to 7 am for a minimum of 23 weeks per year.
- Serve as the attending physician, managing admissions
- Supervise our phenomenal team of advance providers on the uncovered unit and floor service for the Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation aligned with leading academic medical centers
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous PTO and CME time/funding
- Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Tuition remission benefits
- 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
- Opportunities for continued professional growth, teaching, and scholarly advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
