Nocturnist Hospitalist

Location:Appleton, WI

Facility Name: St. Elizabeth Hospital 

Schedule: Full-Time 
Start Bonus: $5,000

Base salary:$325,000 for 144 night shifts

Sign-on bonus: $50,000 

Seniority bonus (7+ years post-residency experience): $10,560

Relocation assistance (if applicable): Up to $10,000

Productivity incentives: 2.5% Quality Metric bonus annually

$4,000 CME allowance 

Malpractice coverage with tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Nocturnist to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice at Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Ascension Wisconsin is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician for our Hospitalist team as a Nocturnist. 

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Wisconsin to provide medical services to patients.

• Collaborative Care Model: Command the night shift as the solo Nocturnist, backed by a strong daytime team of four physicians and two APPs, ensuring a seamless handoff and an incredibly manageable average of only 8 admissions per night.
• Optimal Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a highly predictable and sustainable 7-on/7-off schedule (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM, 144 shifts annually) designed to support an excellent quality of life outside the hospital.
• Lead Acute Interventions: Serve as the clinical anchor overnight by evaluating and treating acute admissions and responding to code blue and rapid response calls in a semi-closed ICU setting.
• Procedure Flexibility: Have the clinical autonomy to perform procedures if you choose, with the ultimate peace of mind knowing you are supported by an experienced nursing team and a full complement of sub-specialists.
• Champion Quality & Efficiency: Partner with the medical staff to improve cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes, earning eligibility for a 2.5% annual quality metric bonus alongside a seniority bonus.
• Document Excellence: Capture the patient story with precision and care, maintaining high-quality records that serve as a reliable roadmap for the daytime team.

Additional Preferences

• Board Certification/Eligibility: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Hospitalist experience preferred).
• Licensure: Eligible for Wisconsin state medical licensure and DEA registration.

About the Facility

Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital is a premier 350-bed facility in Appleton, recently enhanced by a state-of-the-art 90-bed patient tower. As a Level III Trauma Center and Certified Stroke and Chest Pain Center, the hospital serves as a regional anchor for high-acuity care. Our Hospitalist team is backed by a deeply supportive nursing and administrative staff, all working within a newly renovated, modern clinical environment that features advanced sub-specialty support in Cardiology, Pulmonology/Critical Care, GI, and Surgery.

Why Physicians Choose the Fox Cities

Anchored by Neenah, Menasha, and Appleton, the Fox Cities offer a unique mixture of urban style and small-town charm.

• Lifestyle & Leisure: Access to over 15,000 lakes for sailing, skiing, and fishing, plus extensive trails for biking and hiking.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, featuring Broadway shows and world-class entertainment.
• Location: Ideally situated in Northeastern Wisconsin—just 30 miles from Green Bay and an easy drive to Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.
• Community: A fast-growing, safe, and family-oriented region with a patient draw area of 230,000 and an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living.

Why Join Ascension?

• Clinician-Led Culture: A collaborative environment where your engagement is recognized as a key driver of excellent care.
• Stability & Incentives: Benefit from competitive compensation, a 2.5% yearly quality metric bonus, a seniority bonus, and a great retirement package.
• National Reach, Local Autonomy: Collaborate with over 7,000 providers nationwide while maintaining the autonomy to practice within your local community.
• Mission-Centered: Rooted in a deep commitment to service and compassionate, personalized healthcare for all.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
  • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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