Nocturnist need -Merit Health Wesley-Hattiesburg, MS

Merit Health Wesley is seeking a Nocturnist Hospitalist Physician to join our inpatient care team. This hospital-employed opportunity offers a structured 7-on/7-off schedule and the chance to practice in a high-acuity, team-based environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care during overnight hours. At Merit Health Wesley, you’ll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it’s needed most — close to home.Position Highlights

• Schedule: 7-on / 7-off
• Shift Type: Overnight inpatient coverage
• Compensation: $180/hour
• Employment Type: W-2 hospital-employed (1099 considered)
• Fast-paced inpatient hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care during overnight shifts
• Manage admissions, inpatient rounding, and cross-coverage
• Perform procedures including:
  • Central line placement
  • Intubations
  • Code response and resuscitation management
• Collaborate with daytime hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary teams
• Ensure accurate and timely EMR documentation
• Maintain high standards of patient safety and evidence-based care

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
• Current Mississippi medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Procedural competency in lines, intubations, and codes required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to function independently in an overnight hospital setting

Compensation Package May Include

• Commencement bonus
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Medical education debt assistance

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
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About the Hospital

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, emergency care, and specialty services to residents of South Mississippi. Merit Health Wesley continues to evolve to meet the changing healthcare needs of the region while maintaining a commitment to compassionate, quality care.

Community

Hattiesburg is a regional hub in southern Mississippi with a population of approximately 45,000 and is home to The University of Southern Mississippi. Known as “The Hub City,” Hattiesburg offers a low cost of living, access to major Gulf Coast and regional cities, and cultural attractions, including museums, theaters, and historic landmarks.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.