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ProLocums

Radiology Physician

Yonkers, NY · Remote

$330K - $413K/yr

We are seeking a Board-Certified remote diagnostic radiologist for an ongoing, overnight position ... Required Malpractice Coverage : The position requires higher medical malpractice coverage, with ...

ProLocums

Radiology Locum job in Yonkers, New York

Yonkers, NY · Remote

$331K - $414K/yr

We are seeking a Board-Certified remote diagnostic radiologist for an ongoing, overnight position ... Required Malpractice Coverage : The position requires higher medical malpractice coverage, with ...

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How much do overnight medical malpractice jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight medical malpractice in the United States is $17.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Medical Malpractice vs Emergency Room Nurse?

AspectOvernight Medical MalpracticeEmergency Room Nurse
CredentialsMedical license, specialized legal knowledgeRegistered Nurse (RN) license, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentLegal settings, hospitals, or clinics during overnight hoursHospital ER, urgent care centers, 24/7 shifts
Employer & IndustryLegal firms, healthcare institutions, insurance companiesHospitals, emergency departments, healthcare facilities

Overnight Medical Malpractice involves legal cases related to medical errors occurring during overnight hours, focusing on legal and medical expertise. Emergency Room Nurses provide immediate patient care in urgent situations during overnight shifts. While both roles operate during night hours and require healthcare knowledge, their primary functions differ: legal case analysis versus direct patient care.

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Physician - Hospitalist

Physician - Hospitalist

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Marion, IL

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 646 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 276 rated public sector bodies

Job description

Hospitalist Job

The Hospitalist provides comprehensive, high-quality inpatient medical care to hospitalized Veterans within an interdisciplinary team structure. The Hospitalist serves as the primary attending physician for general medicine ward patients, coordinates continuity of care across transitions, supervises clinical trainees, and contributes to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Admit and evaluate patients on medical service and intensive care units for diagnosis, treatment planning, and disposition decisions
  • Provide primary attending physician coverage for hospitalized Veterans (varying shifts: 12-hour, and overnight Medical Officer of the Day assignments)
  • Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, medication optimization, and complex medical-surgical co-management patients
  • Coordinate care transitions with consultants, specialists, primary care physicians, and post-acute care facilities
  • Implement evidence-based protocols and clinical pathways to optimize patient outcomes and length of stay
  • Maintain comprehensive, timely documentation in the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA) and compliance with all clinical documentation standards
  • Respond to rapid response calls and code blue resuscitations as clinically indicated
  • Serve as Medical Officer of the Day to oversee general medicine service operations, triage transfer requests, manage patient flow, and ensure balanced workload distribution
  • Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and care coordination meetings
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical pathway development, and performance improvement projects
  • Monitor and address patient safety events and provide feedback on process improvements
  • Participate in service scheduling, call coverage, and operational planning
  • Serve on clinical committees and quality improvement initiatives as assigned
  • Contribute to credentialing, privileging, and peer review processes
  • Maintain current ACLS and BLS certifications
  • Participate in continuing medical education and professional development
  • Engage in faculty development activities and academic responsibilities as appropriate to facility structure and mission
  • Work collaboratively with nursing, pharmacy, social work, case management, and specialty services
  • Coordinate with Veterans integrated care teams for discharge planning and post-acute disposition
  • Communicate effectively with primary care physicians regarding ongoing patient management and follow-up
  • Participate in huddles and team meetings to align care planning and ensure safe transitions of care

Work Schedule: Full-time. Shifts include 12-hour days, and overnight Medical Officer of the Day assignments. Participation in on-call schedules as determined by facility staffing model

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

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