Nocturnist Physician - Olympia - GHR Healthcare

Description

Nocturnist (Night Hospitalist) - Locum Tenens - Olympia, WA

Nocturnist (Night Hospitalist) locum tenens opportunity in Olympia, WA - per diem 12-hour night shifts starting May 1, 2026. Seeking a board-certified hospitalist to provide overnight adult inpatient and ICU coverage in a well-supported 79-bed community hospital.
Join a dedicated team at a modern hospital in Olympia , Washington.

This per diem nocturnist job provides flexible night shifts in a facility with an open ICU and robust specialty support.

Olympia offers waterfront parks, a lively arts scene, and easy access to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest-ideal for physicians seeking quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.

Job Details (Nocturnist / Locum Tenens Physician)


Location:
Olympia, WA South Puget Sound, Pacific Northwest)


Setting:
79-bed community hospital with open ICU


Employment Type:
Locum tenens / per diem physician job


Shifts:
12-hour night shifts (Nocturnist / Night Hospitalist)


Patient Encounters:
10-15 adult inpatient encounters per shift


Start Date:
May 1, 2026


Duration:
Ongoing per diem shifts available


Travel:
Convenient access via Sea-Tac International Airport


Estimated Weekly Salary:
$6,280 - $7,440

Nocturnist Job Requirements

Board certified physician (Hospitalist/Nocturnist; Internal Medicine or Family Medicine preferred)

Active Washington State medical license required

Minimum 1 year of hospitalist or nocturnist experience

ACLS and BLS certifications required

Experience with adult inpatient procedures and non-invasive ventilation management

Ability to supervise and mentor Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) during night shifts

Clean background preferred to support expedited credentialing (typical timeframe: days)

Primary Responsibilities (Night Hospitalist)

Provide overnight hospitalist coverage for adult inpatients, including ICU-level patients

Manage approximately 10-15 patient encounters per 12-hour night shift

Supervise and support APPs scheduled on the same shift

Perform non-invasive ventilation management and other required inpatient procedures

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, with access to anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and other specialties

Participate in stroke-certified care delivery and other hospital protocols

Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive community hospital environment

Perks & Benefits

Flexible per diem scheduling for work-life balance

Supportive, multi-specialty hospital environment with access to consultants

Opportunity to work in the scenic Pacific Northwest with easy travel via Sea-Tac

Ideal locum tenens position for physicians seeking night hospitalist experience in Washington

Apply now

to join our Olympia healthcare team as a Nocturnist / Night Hospitalist. Submit your CV and current Washington medical license to be considered for per diem locum tenens shifts.

Questions about the position or credentialing timeline? Contact us today to learn more and secure this Washington nocturnist job opportunity.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.