Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is recruiting a Nocturnist Physician to join a well-established, midsized hospitalist group at this 64-bed full-service community hospital serving Hancock and western Washington Counties. The night medicine role features a manageable admit volume of 0–7 patients nightly, an open ICU model with 24/7 intensivist backup, and a practice environment that has earned both national and state recognition for patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction. For a clinician who values a collegial team, a low-procedure burden, and a coastal Maine lifestyle, this is a compelling opportunity.
Perks and Benefits
- Strong base salary — competitive compensation structure for nocturnist coverage
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan plus Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP)
- Clinician wellness program and concierge service access
- Referral bonus program
- Membership in TeamHealth's Patient Safety Organization — a nationally recognized clinical quality network
- Defined pathway to local, regional, and national leadership roles within a system of 19,000 practicing clinicians
Practice Highlights
- Nocturnist role within a well-established, midsized hospitalist group composed of both seasoned and newly trained clinicians
- Average nightly admit volume of 0–7 patients — a manageable, sustainable workload
- Open ICU model with intensivist available 24/7 for critical care support and co-management
- Procedures not required beyond basic ventilator management; code response is expected
- 64-bed acute care facility offering emergency, primary and specialty care, acute inpatient, diagnostic, and surgical services
- Part of Northern Light Health — an integrated, statewide health delivery system focused on improved patient outcomes and community health
- Nationally and state-recognized for clinical excellence in patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction
- Serves a defined regional catchment across Hancock County and western Washington County
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or a related primary care specialty
- Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or equivalent
- Active Maine medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Maine
- Comfort with nocturnist responsibilities including code response and basic ventilator management
- Collaborative practice style suited to an open-ICU, team-based inpatient environment
About the Community
Ellsworth sits at the gateway to Acadia National Park and the Mount Desert Island coastline — one of the most scenic and sought-after regions in New England. The area offers an exceptional quality of life with access to world-class outdoor recreation including hiking, kayaking, sailing, and skiing, alongside a vibrant arts and culinary scene anchored by the Bar Harbor corridor. Cost of living remains favorable relative to other coastal New England markets, and the region draws families who value strong community ties, excellent natural surroundings, and a pace of life that complements a demanding clinical career.