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Nocturnist NP or PA

Carmichael, California

Medical Clinic of Sacramento

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  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department: Hospitalist Services
  • Hours/Pay Period: 80

The posted compensation range of $77.40 - $79.80 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-424479 Employment Type Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Provider Advanced Provider Provider Type Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (PA/NP) Speciality Hospitalist Bonuses Offered Negotiable, Sign-on Loan Repayment None Visa Sponsorship Not Applicable Remote No Category Advanced Practice Recruiter Name Katherine Boehm-Padgett Recruiter Email Katie.Boehm-Padgett@DignityHealth.org Travel No Shift Night

Job Details

Responsibilities

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is seeking a Hospitalist Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our multi-specialty group in the Sacramento area. 

The MMG Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays a crucial role in supporting hospitalist physicians in providing excellent care to hospitalized patients. This position requires a highly skilled and compassionate individual dedicated to patient safety and quality care. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals at night. The Nocturnist APP’s primary focus will be on cross-cover care for patients, though they may also admit patients to the general medical floor from the emergency department or as a transfer from another facility, as well as provide hospital medicine consultations for specialists.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Join an award-winning hospitalist program with more than 100 providers
  • Work in a collegial and supportive environment
  • The Hospitalist Program serves 5 major hospitals in the Sacramento area, the Nocturnist APP may  work at two primary sites 
  • Hospitalists self-schedule themselves on a periodic basis, based on a flexible-scheduling model

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct patient care: Provide cross-coverage care to hospitalized patients as well as facilitate patient admissions, consults, transfers, and discharges, under the supervision of a hospitalist physician 
  • Acute triage: Assess and manage acute changes in hospitalized patient conditions 
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, thorough records detailing patient care and transfer center requests at night 
  • Collaboration and communication: Work with attending physicians, medical specialists, residents, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care

Scheduling/Structure

  • Full-time clinical hospitalist position (1.0) 
  • Night shifts will be scheduled as 10-hour shifts, with flexible scheduling
  • Maintains privileges at all Dignity-affiliated hospitals
  • No procedures 
  • 165 shifts per year 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Compensation Range: $161,000 - $166,000 / Year DOE
  • Sign-on bonus available
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
  • 401(k) with employer matching, pension plan, and CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage provided

Qualifications
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with relevant acute care experience 
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as an APP in an acute care setting encouraged but not required 
  • Active California medical license (or ability to obtain) 
  • DEA certification

Overview

Mercy Medical Group (MMG)is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. 

Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

Community Description

Carmichael, CA, nestled within the Sacramento metropolitan area, offers a unique blend of suburban charm and natural beauty. Known for its mature tree-lined streets, spacious parks, and family-friendly neighborhoods, Carmichael provides a tranquil residential atmosphere while remaining close to the city’s vibrant amenities. Residents enjoy outdoor destinations like Ancil Hoffman Park and the American River Parkway, perfect for hiking, biking, and picnicking. The community also features excellent schools, a strong sense of local pride, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and healthcare. With its balance of comfort, connectivity, and quality of life, Carmichael is a sought-after enclave for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

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At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We offer opportunities for physicians and advanced practice providers in a variety of settings, from community facilities to nationally recognized centers of excellence. In every CommonSpirit location, you’ll find a supportive, collegial environment and staff who are committed to delivering the highest quality of care and advancing the practice of humankindness.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Nocturnist NP or PA at Medical Clinic of Sacramento?

  • Compassionate
  • Trustworthy
  • Proactive
  • Collaborative
  • Communicator
  • Balanced

Our Total Reward Offerings

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our team members lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.

  • Pay and Recognition

  • Balanced Life

  • Well-Being

  • Professional Growth

  • Financial Future

  • Dependent Care

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.