Academic Faculty Physician Nocturnist

Overview

AHWFB Department of Medicine, Section on Hospital Medicine is seeking an Academic Nocturnist with training in Internal Medicine to join our dynamic inpatient team at Baptist Medical Center, in Winston Salem, North Carolina and Davie Medical Center, in Bermuda Run, North Carolina 

What We Have to Offer: 

• CME Reimbursement: $4000 annually 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: includes competitive salary, health, dental, vision, retirement plans and more 
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy schedule of 7 days on/7 days off, 10 hour shifts 
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment 
• Schedule Mix: Rotation between Swing (2pm-12am), Academic Nocturnist 1 &2 (9pm-7am) and Davie Nocturnist (9pm-7am) 

Work in a Supportive & Collaborative Environment: As a Hospitalist within the Wake Forest Baptist Health system, you'll be an integral part of a dedicated healthcare team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, case managers, specialists, and clinical pharmacists to ensure safe and effective patient care during hospital stays. Your role involves admitting patients, closely monitoring patient progress and making necessary treatment adjustments, and engaging in meaningful discussions with patients and their families about their care. Additionally, you'll facilitate seamless communication with the patient's primary care team and provide essential medical records to support their ongoing treatment. 

Position Information: 

• Full-time, non-tenured faculty position 
• Cover night shifts at NC Baptist Medical Center (75%), which is the Flagship Hospital of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist System in Winston Salem, North Carolina 

1. Primarily admitting responsibilities
2. Perform perioperative management and pre-op risk assessments for orthopedic/surgical patients 
3. Supervision and education of Internal Medicine residents at night
4. No ward cross-cover
5. Strong support from medical and surgical specialties 
6. Closed ICU 

• Cover night shifts at Davie Medical Center (25%), which is a 50 bed community hospital with 36 medicine beds, in Bermuda Run, North Carolina 

1. Admitting and consultation responsibilities 
2. Cross-coverage of all ward patients, including but not limited to assessing patients and developing appropriate plans as needed for any acute events of changes in patient status and good communication with nursing 
3. Determine patients that require transfer to tertiary hospital and facilitating such transfer 
4. No ICU 

• Respond to Rapid Responses and CODES for your patients 
• Coordinating with Nursing Staff and responding to questions/concerns overnight 
• Provide appropriate hand-off/sign-out at the conclusion of their shift to the day team 
• Procedural skills not required 
• EPIC electronic medical records 
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment 

Position Requirements: 

• Graduate of an accredited medical school and ACGME-accepted Internal Medicine residency program. 
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine. 
• Active license to practice as physician from NC Med Board. 
• ACLS certification. 

Where You’ll Live: The picturesque cities of North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023. This includes: 

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average. 
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth. 
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere. 
• Recreational Opportunities: Outdoor enthusiasts will love the area’s parks, scenic trails, and Tanglewood Park, perfect for hiking, picnicking, and horseback riding. The nearby Yadkin River also provides fishing and kayaking opportunities year-round. 

When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.