Hackensack University Medical Center — a 900-bed, nonprofit teaching and research hospital rated the #2 Hospital in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report (2019–2020) — is recruiting a board-certified Anesthesiologist for a dedicated Night Float (Nocturnist) position in Hackensack, NJ. This is a structured 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off schedule covering general anesthesia and OB cases in a state-of-the-art academic medical center that is the largest provider of inpatient and outpatient services in New Jersey. The role comes with a start date bonus of up to $150,000 and a reverse commute that puts Manhattan within easy reach.
Perks and Benefits
- Start date bonus (SDB) of up to $150,000
- Lucrative base salary (competitive with the greater NYC metropolitan market)
- Additional pay for call coverage beyond standard night float obligations
- Relocation assistance provided
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage included
- CME allowance
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Leadership development and academic advancement opportunities within a major teaching institution
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated night float model: in-house coverage 7 pm – 7 am on a 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off rotation — no traditional call burden
- Case mix focused on general anesthesia and OB cases; cardiac and pediatric cases are explicitly excluded from night float scope
- Two attending anesthesiologists in house every night, plus a physician backup — strong peer support structure throughout the shift
- Hybrid care team model: supervision of CRNAs alongside physician-only cases
- Resident supervision responsibilities — meaningful teaching component within an academic environment
- 900-bed facility; Bergen County's flagship hospital and the largest inpatient/outpatient provider in New Jersey
- Part of the Hackensack Meridian Health Network — a regional healthcare hub serving Northern New Jersey and the New York metropolitan area
- Founded 1888; grown into a fully integrated nonprofit teaching and research hospital with robust subspecialty infrastructure
- Leadership, professional development, and academic collaboration opportunities available for interested candidates
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology (American Board of Anesthesiology)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology residency
- Active New Jersey medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with general anesthesia and obstetric anesthesia case management in a high-volume academic setting
- Experience with or willingness to supervise CRNAs in a care team model
- Resident teaching experience or strong interest in graduate medical education
About the Community
Hackensack sits in Bergen County, just minutes from Midtown Manhattan via public transportation and major highways — making it one of the most commuter-friendly locations in the region for physicians who want proximity to New York City without the cost of living inside it. New Jersey's property tax relief programs and homestead rebates make homeownership meaningfully more affordable than comparable NYC suburbs. The city offers well-regarded public and private schools, a diverse dining and shopping scene anchored by the Shops at Riverside, and outdoor recreation along the Hackensack River Greenway — a strong combination for physicians relocating with families or seeking an urban-adjacent lifestyle with genuine community character.