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Nocturnist - Hospital Medicine - Inpatient Specialty Practices

Location: Los Angeles, California

Overview

At Cedars-Sinai, physicians are empowered to make a meaningful impact through clinical excellence, innovative research and community outreach. As part of one of the nation’s leading nonprofit academic medical centers, you’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals to advance patient care and medical discovery—from cutting-edge imaging and AI-driven diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Cedars-Sinai also champions health equity, offering physicians opportunities to serve diverse communities through partnerships with schools, shelters and mental health organizations. Whether you're drawn to academic medicine, translational research or expanding access to care, Cedars-Sinai provides the platform, resources and support to help you thrive and lead in shaping the future of healthcare.

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Successful Nocturnist - Hospital Medicine - Inpatient Specialty Practices at Cedars-Sinai share these core values and embrace a real commitment to our community. Do you have the right mix?

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  • Respect
  • Compassion
  • Teamwork
  • Innovation

Nocturnist - Hospital Medicine - Inpatient Specialty Practices

Job ID 6639 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Faculty/Physician Date posted 01/16/2026

Job Description


Inpatient Specialty Practices (ISP) at Cedars-Sinai is seeking talented physicians to join our hospitalist group as nocturnists. ISP’s team includes over 80 hospitalists, in addition to advance practice providers (APPs).

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, with its 900+ bed acute inpatient facility and over 40,000 admissions annually, is one of the largest non-profit academic medical centers in the country. Our hospitalist group, established in 2006, has since grown exponentially, caring for almost 30% of the inpatient, adult, medical/surgical patient population at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. We also provide hospitalist services at other sites across the health system, including Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. Our group works closely with Cedars-Sinai specialists and have a number of specialized rotations to provide medicine services, alongside our specialist colleagues.

This nocturnist role involves working approximately 168 (14/month) 8-hour shifts per year, with fewer shifts if longer hours are incorporated.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Proven excellence in patient care and administration. Strong communication skills. Team-oriented mindset to ensure optimal patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide hospital-based inpatient internal medicine services, adhering to best practices, evidence-based medicine, and appropriate resource utilization. Evaluate patients in the Emergency Department in a timely manner and collaborate with ED physicians to reduce unnecessary admissions. Work closely with physician colleagues and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Engage in regular communication with referring primary care providers and consultants regarding each inpatient's plan of care, including notification to all relevant physicians upon admission, discharge, or change in clinical status. Ensure timely documentation of all patient encounters.

Our compensation philosophy
We offer a competitive total compensation and benefits package to our physicians. The total pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Pay Range: $288,723 - $367,849 Total Cash Compensation.

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Qualifications

Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. Unrestricted California license. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-quality, cutting-edge, team-based hospitalist group within a world-class health system.

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Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai

We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.

Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.

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Culture

  • Mission-Driven ExcellenceCedars-Sinai is committed to improving the health of the communities it serves through high-quality patient care, innovative research and education. Faculty and physicians are empowered to lead advancements in medicine while making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.

  • Innovation and Research LeadershipBe part of a nationally recognized institution at the forefront of medical innovation—from AI-powered diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Faculty and physicians have access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Collaborative and Inclusive CultureJoin a diverse and supportive environment where interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged, and every voice matters. Cedars-Sinai fosters a culture of respect, inclusion and continuous learning.

  • Community Impact and EquityCedars-Sinai prioritizes health equity and community engagement, offering faculty and physicians meaningful ways to serve underserved populations through outreach programs, partnerships and advocacy.

Hear From Our People

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  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

    Cedars-Sinai provides robust health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, along with Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs and various health and wellness programs.

  • Strong Retirement & Insurance Benefits

    Faculty and physicians benefit from retirement offerings such as employer-matched 403B and pension options. Additional insurance supports include life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental insurance options.

  • Generous Paid Time Off

    Cedars-Sinai employees, including faculty and physicians, have access to vacation, holiday and sick leave. Many reviews highlight decent vacation and PTO benefits.

  • Professional & Educational Development

    Faculty and physicians are encouraged to grow through tuition reimbursement, continuing education and professional development programs.

  • Work–Life Support & Perks

    Cedars-Sinai offers various programs that support life outside of work, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare resource services, employee discounts, rideshare incentives and parking support.

  • Relocation Incentives

    Faculty and physicians may receive relocation assistance.

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