Critical Care Career
Critical Care Physician (Part Time Intensivist - Nocturnist)
Frederick, Maryland
Expertise. Leadership. Lifesaving Impact.
In critical care, clinical leadership and precision are paramount. Our physician teams—comprised of board-certified intensivists—deliver high-acuity care through both on-site and Tele-ICU programs, ensuring timely, evidence-based interventions for the most vulnerable patients. We lead with humility, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to excellence.
As the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., we bring 25+ years of experience, 500+ intensivists, and a presence in 60+ ICUs across 19 states. Our physicians manage diverse ICU environments—medical, surgical, cardiac, neuro—and are united by a shared purpose: to elevate care through multidisciplinary teamwork and clinical innovation.
- Job Type: Part Time
- Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Night
- Travel: No
Critical Care Physician (Part Time Intensivist - Nocturnist)
Frederick, Maryland
Job ID:
JOB-001176
Category:
Critical Care
Transform patient care and community as a part-time Critical Care Physician in Frederick, MD!
Our mission in Frederick is to provide “better” in every sense—better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.
We are hiring a part-time nocturnal intensivist to join our team, working five night shifts per month. Excellent team to work with in a lovely community hospital!
Local Team Collaboration:
- We are a team of four physicians and two advanced practice providers (APPs).
- Frederick Memorial Hospital values its clinical staff by offering free parking and a comfortable lounge area for socializing with fellow hospital providers and enjoying meals. We provide full subspecialty support.
- Within the hospital, we work closely with our colleagues in other departments to ensure smooth transitions of care. Many of our team members are active in several committees including stroke, sepsis, and practice guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified or board-eligible critical care physicians (MD or DO).
- A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- 5-night shifts per month.
- Block schedule. We collaborate to manage the schedule as equitably as possible, ensuring intensivists achieve an outstanding work/family life balance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Our 20-bed ICU is closed, and we primarily care for med/surg patients. Our critical care facility is modern, having opened in the fall of 2022.
- We have one intensivist during the day and one intensivist at night. Monday-Friday there is an APP that works alongside the intensivist during the day.
- For a community hospital, we have excellent subspecialty support. Sound manages the emergency medicine and hospitalist services as well and we help each other to provide the best possible patient care. In July 2023 Frederick Health was named a winner of the “Best Places to Work Award.”
Living and Working in Frederick:
- Frederick isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live and enjoy the perfect blend of history, culture, and modern living. With its charming downtown, beautiful parks, and vibrant arts scene, Frederick offers a unique lifestyle with a strong sense of community. From local festivals and farmers’ markets to scenic walking trails and historic sites, Frederick is a place where you can truly feel at home.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Competitive rate of $3,080 per shift.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Ben Housley, Clinical Recruiter | bhousley@soundphysicians.com | (615) 483-1809
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver life-saving care in the most critical moments. We support you with systems that honor your clinical judgment and amplify your impact—because in the ICU, excellence isn’t optional.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a deeply connected team of intensivists who value shared decision-making, mutual respect, and the power of multidisciplinary partnerships to drive better outcomes.
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Accountability:
You lead with clarity and conviction—owning your role in shaping ICU strategy, mentoring teams, and driving performance across complex care environments.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring calm leadership and innovative thinking to high-stakes situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and colleagues.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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“When you have best-in-class care in the ICU, surgeons, specialists, and primary care providers trust their patients will be in good hands. Our leaders understand the ICU is a critical gateway to a successful hospital, and we focus on bringing the best care in support of your hospital’s mission and goals.”
Steve Matchett, MD
CEO, Critical Care -
“High-performing ICU teams use intensivist-led multidisciplinary rounds and team meetings to collaborate with the medical staff and measure the metrics that support favorable patient outcomes. We do this without exception, and we achieve exceptional results.”
Sergio Zanotti, MD, FCCM
Chief Medical Officer, Critical Care -
“This isn’t just a job; it’s a career in a supportive, high‑performance environment that puts clinicians and patients first.”
Hesham Hessaballa, MD
Regional Medical Director -
“Local clinical leadership matters. We tailor each ICU program to the site’s needs and physician mix, with national resources behind us.”
Rebecca Doebelee, MD
Regional Medical Director
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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