Hospital Medicine Careers

Hospital Medicine Physician

Fremont, California

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Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.

In hospital medicine, clinical leadership drives meaningful change. Our physician teams deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the inpatient journey, ensuring timely decisions, coordinated treatment plans, and seamless transitions. We lead with clarity, compassion, and a commitment to operational excellence.

With a national footprint and decades of experience, our hospital medicine programs are built on strong physician leadership, data-driven performance, and a culture of collaboration. Whether managing complex cases or optimizing hospital workflows, our hospitalists are empowered to make a lasting impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
Shift: Day; Swing
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000692

Date posted:

03/10/2026

Category:

Hospital Medicine

Join our team as a Hospitalist in Fremont, California, and lead the way in patient care at Washington Hospital

At Washington Hospital, we strive to deliver “better” to our community – better care, better collaboration, and a heartfelt dedication to those we serve. If you’re seeking a role that fosters professional growth and community connection, let’s start a conversation.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join our well-established team, which currently comprises 16 members, including 6 daytime rounders, 1 swing physician, 1 nocturnist, and a clinical performance registered nurse at Washington Hospital.
Excellent nursing staff as well as collaborative consulting services.
Outstanding hospital leadership who are very supportive of our team.
Our culture is built on openness and respect, grounded in integrity, honesty, and support.

Qualifications:

A medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution is required.
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
An active medical license in California or eligibility for licensure is required.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

Full-time commitment is 15 shifts/month.
7on/7off scheduling with flexibility.
Primarily day shift with equal rotation through swing (12p-12a).

Key Responsibilities:

Washington Hospital is a 415-bed acute-care hospital with a 28-bed ICU and a 23-bed emergency room.
Closed ICU – the ICU team runs 24/7 intensivist support and codes.
A manageable workload and a balanced, supportive work environment foster a balanced, supportive work environment.
Epic EMR and have access to Sound Physicians’ internal informatics platform for streamlined and efficient workflow.

Living and Working in Fremont:

Fremont, California, on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, is an ethnically diverse community. Fremont has a high median income, making it a safe, family-friendly environment with a moderate Mediterranean climate typical of the San Francisco Bay Area, near the Santa Cruz Mountains to the west. The Bay Area is a great place to live, with its diversity and many opportunities for fun activities, and the hospital is in an ideal location, close to many restaurants and amenities.
Fremont is only 40 miles from San Francisco. San Francisco is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene, offering a foodie paradise with diverse cuisines worldwide. Additionally, the city's proximity to Lake Tahoe, just a few hours away, allows outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the lake's stunning beauty and the surrounding mountains.

Compensation:

Annual salary is $327K plus quality and productivity bonuses and full employee benefits.

Melinda Tucker, Director, Clinical Recruiter | (615) 972-3092 | mtucker@soundphysicians.com

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact—because every patient deserves excellence.
Collaboration:

You’re part of a tightly integrated team of hospitalists who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
Accountability:

You lead with intention—owning your role in shaping hospital strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership

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.
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.
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

“In Savannah, most of us have been together 12 to 20 years. That doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because people genuinely enjoy showing up for each other.”

Mihir Patel, MD, MBA, CPE
Chief Executive Officer, Hospital Medicine
“My job is to clear the path so local leaders can succeed. They know their hospitals better than anyone. We’re here to give them the tools, the data, and the support — not to micromanage them.”

Chia-Singh Yang, MD
Regional President, Hospital Medicine
“I moved states for this role. I knew right away—after meeting the team—that this was the kind of environment where I could grow and be supported.”

Sunny Pattar, MD
Medical Director, Hospital Medicine
“We’re proud of the impact we’re making. It’s real, it’s measurable, and it’s felt in our communities.”

Karen Allen, MD
Regional Medical Director, Hospital Medicine