The Mayo Clinic Division of Hospital Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota is seeking an Academic Nocturnist. Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report 2024-25. A track record as a medical educator and/or researcher is preferred.
The Nocturnist is primarily responsible for patient admissions.
- No triaging responsibilities while admitting
- No cross-coverage responsibilities while admitting patients at the Saint Mary's campus
- Patient cross-cover limited to three services (total of 30-40 patients) when admitting at the Rochester Methodist campus.
- The average number of admissions per shift is 4.
The Nocturnist may perform Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) role which includes triaging patient transfer request calls from Mayo Clinic Health System hospitals and other hospitals around the country, and liaising with Emergency Department staff. The MOD has no cross-cover or admitting responsibilities.
Benefits of being a Nocturnist in the division of Hospital Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester include:
- Flexible shift schedule
- Administrative assistance
- Access to generous travel, presentation, and professional development resources
- Research opportunities and mentorship
- Medical educator opportunities including teaching medical students, residents, and hospital medicine fellows
The Nocturnist will be a fully engaged member of the division and participate in medical research, quality improvement, leadership, and/or educational endeavors to advance patient care at Mayo Clinic.
A qualified candidate must have M.D., D.O. or foreign degree equivalent, must have or be eligible for Minnesota medical license, and must be Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
Preference is given to candidates with prior experience working in hospital medicine, or advanced training (fellowship or Master’s degree) and demonstrated scholarly activity (such as publication record or additional training or experience at a top-ranked academic medical center).
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Skills Required
- M.D., D.O., or foreign degree equivalent
- Minnesota medical license or eligibility for licensure
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Track record as a medical educator and/or researcher
- Prior experience in hospital medicine or advanced training (fellowship or Master’s) and demonstrated scholarly activity
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