Nocturnist Physician

Company: Sound Physicians
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Join our team as a Hospitalist or Nocturnist Physician in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, just 30 minutes outside of Albuquerque.

In Rio Rancho, we are committed to bringing "better" to life-through better care, better collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to our community. If you're looking for a role where you can thrive professionally while contributing to a vibrant community, we'd love to hear from you.

We are hiring for both hospitalist and nocturnist positions. Our Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnist schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

• Join our team of eight physicians at the UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center.
• Work alongside a unique group of clinicians with diverse geographic, educational, and training backgrounds.
• We work closely with our colleagues in other departments to ensure a seamless transition of care.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be board-certified/eligible in internal medicine or family medicine.
• The ability to handle complex medical and social scenarios is essential.
• A patient-centered, compassionate mindset is a must.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

• Full-time positions follow a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation
• Day shift: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Living and Working in Rio Rancho:

• Family-friendly city with affordable housing, beautiful Sandia Mountain views, and 300+ days of sunshine.
• 20 minutes to Albuquerque for cultural attractions, dining, shopping, and the International Balloon Fiesta.
• 1 hour to Santa Fe for world-class art, historic architecture, festivals, and outdoor adventures.

Compensation:

• Compensation for days is $1,829 per shift.
• Compensation for nights is $2,109 per shift.
• We also offer quality and productivity incentives.

Caroline McLean, Clinical Recruiter

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