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Houston Methodist

$209K/yr

HMPO Physician PRN HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED PeoplePercent_7 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FINANCE ...

Houston Methodist

$210K/yr

HMPO Physician PRN HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED PeoplePercent_7 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FINANCE ...

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... virtual care offerings. Our Mission As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God ... Shift: Varies Job Summary and Responsibilities Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is seeking a Nocturnist ...

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Johnson City, NY · On-site

$350K - $386K/yr

... Nocturnist in a Regional Level II Trauma Center. The group is affiliated with United Health ... When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food ...

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Binghamton, NY · On-site

$350K - $386K/yr

... Nocturnist in a Regional Level II Trauma Center. The group is affiliated with United Health ... When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food ...

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Johnson City, NY · On-site

$350K - $386K/yr

... Nocturnist in a Regional Level II Trauma Center. The group is affiliated with United Health ... When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food ...

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Johnson City, NY · On-site

$350K - $386K/yr

... Nocturnist in a Regional Level II Trauma Center. The group is affiliated with United Health ... When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food ...

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Nocturnist

Johnson City, NY · On-site

$350K - $386K/yr

... Nocturnist in a Regional Level II Trauma Center. The group is affiliated with United Health ... When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food ...

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This position provides overnight clinical coverage and combines in person hospital-based care with virtual care delivery. The Nocturnist APP will work collaboratively with hospitalist physicians ...

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How much do virtual nocturnist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual nocturnist in the United States is $242,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $250,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Virtual Nocturnist position, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Virtual Nocturnist, you need strong clinical skills in acute inpatient care, board certification in Internal Medicine or relevant specialty, and a valid medical license. Familiarity with telemedicine technologies, remote monitoring systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential. Excellent communication, independence, and quick decision-making make a candidate stand out in this role. These core qualifications and soft skills are crucial for effectively managing overnight patient care remotely and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

What are the typical shifts and work environment like for Virtual Nocturnists?

Virtual Nocturnists generally work overnight shifts, providing remote coverage for hospitals or healthcare facilities during off-hours. The role is fully remote, requiring a secure, dedicated workspace with reliable internet and access to telemedicine platforms. You will collaborate with onsite staff through real-time communication tools, review patient data, respond to emergencies, and make clinical decisions just as you would in an in-person nocturnist setting. This structure allows for a high degree of autonomy while still being part of a healthcare team, and can offer a better work-life balance for those who prefer remote or flexible work arrangements.

What is a Virtual Nocturnist job?

A Virtual Nocturnist is a physician, typically a hospitalist, who provides remote nighttime medical care for hospitalized patients using telemedicine technology. They conduct virtual evaluations, manage acute issues, and collaborate with bedside staff to ensure continuous patient care. This role helps hospitals maintain overnight coverage, improve response times, and reduce the need for onsite night shift teams. Virtual Nocturnists typically work from a remote location, using video conferencing, electronic health records, and digital communication tools.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Nocturnist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 6% Internship, 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $242,952 per year, or $116.8 per hour.
Virtual Nocturnist (PRN)

Virtual Nocturnist (PRN)

Houston Methodist

On-site, Remote

$209K/yr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Houston Methodist rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 296 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 885 rated healthcare providers

Job description

HMPO Physician PRN
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
PeoplePercent_7
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
PS JOB EXPORT - DO NOT DELETE
WORK EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED - ADDITIONAL DETAILS
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
WORK ATTIRE
ON-CALL
TRAVEL
  • Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
    * INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
    * COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
    * ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
    * RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
    * EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
  • Practices the Caring and Serving Model
  • Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
  • Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)
  • Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience
  • Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job
  • Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values
  • Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
  • Uniform
  • Scrubs
  • Business professional
  • Other (department approved)
  • On Call*
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area

Work Shift:
3 - Night (United States of America)
Job Category:
Non-clinical
With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system - one of the nation's leading health systems - the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation's leading hospitals and health care professionals.
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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