Our client has an urgent locums to perm Nocturnist opportunity in their hospital, located in beautiful western Kentucky, starting in June. The need was created by a Hospitalist who left and the client would like to have a Nocturnist come on board to fill the need. The job with this growing program offers a desirable schedule of 7 on / 7 off and Mon-Sun, 7P – 7A. Nocturnist would round on patients in ICU/CCU and general floor (census of 10 or less) and handle unassigned admits (0-5 per night) from the Emergency Department and other sub-specialties on-site. Nocturnist will not be required to perform ICU procedures and ER handles the codes and rapid responses. There is full sub-specialty support available, such as Radiology, Anesthesiology and Cardiology, and there is no outside beeper call coverage required. This job opportunity is located within a community that offers both true Southern hospitality and, at the same time, the close proximity to several major hustling and bustling cities complete with well-known sports teams, a wide variety of cultural pursuits, rich history, fine dining, and a thriving arts district. Credentialing can be completed within six weeks.
