Pulmonary ICU Physician Opportunity in Santa Cruz, California
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Job description
Pulmonary/Critical Care Opportunity in Santa Cruz, CA
Full-Scope Practice | Leadership Opportunity | Coastal California
An expanding Pulmonary/Critical Care program in Santa Cruz, California is seeking a physician for a full-scope role covering outpatient pulmonary medicine, ICU coverage, and inpatient pulmonary consults in a collaborative, hospital-based practice. With more APP support planned and room to contribute to program development, you can help shape a growing service line while living on the California coast.
Practice Highlights
- Join an established team of 5 Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians
- Full-scope practice including outpatient pulmonary medicine, ICU coverage, and inpatient pulmonary consults
- Hospital is actively recruiting 2 Advanced Practice Providers to expand clinical support
- Opportunity to participate in program development, with a leadership role available for the right candidate
- Flexible scheduling model with opportunities to pick up additional shifts for increased earnings
Schedule
- Rotating schedule that includes:
- Outpatient Pulmonary Clinic (6:00 AM–6:00 PM)
- ICU Coverage (6:00 PM–6:00 AM)
- Inpatient Pulmonary/Ward Coverage (6:00 AM–6:00 PM)
- Physicians rotate through all clinical settings to maintain a diverse practice
- Night coverage shared with APP support as the program continues to grow
- Flexible scheduling model designed to balance patient care across the service line
Compensation & Benefits
- $450,000 base salary
- Additional productivity incentives for outpatient and inpatient pulmonary services
- ICU coverage compensated separately from RVU production
- Opportunity to earn $500,000-$525,000+ through productivity and additional shifts
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, malpractice coverage, paid time off, CME, and relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
- Comfortable practicing across outpatient pulmonary, inpatient consults, and critical care
- Interest in leadership or program development welcomed but not required
- Open to experienced physicians and graduating fellows
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz combines an outstanding quality of life with the beauty of California's Central Coast. Enjoy year-round mild weather, world-class beaches, redwood forests, hiking, surfing, and a vibrant downtown, all within easy reach of Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. It's a community where physicians can build a rewarding career while enjoying one of the most sought-after lifestyles in the country.