Hospital Medicine Careers
Hospitalist Physician
Santa Fe, New Mexico
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; Night
- Travel: No
Hospitalist Physician
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Job ID:
JOB-001293
Category:
Hospital Medicine
Transform patient care and community as a Hospital Medicine Physician in Santa Fe, New Mexico!
Our mission in Dallas 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.
Local Team Collaboration:
- We take pride in our well-established team at Presbyterian Santa Fe of 4 physicians and two advanced practice providers (APPs), with the support of a clinical performance nurse and a practice manager.
- Work alongside a diverse group of professionals with backgrounds from all over the world. We are an integral part of our hospital community and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership and other physician groups.
- Outside of work, we come together for social events to celebrate special occasions.
- Our physicians are from all over the country, reflecting the unique and diverse environment.
Qualifications:
- We are open to 2027 graduates.
- Board certified/eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
- ATLS and BLS.
- Must be willing to do procedures.
- We are able to sponsor J1 HSS candidates.
Scheduling:
- Full-time positions follow a 7-nights-on, 7-nights-off rotation.
- 7 on/off, 12-hour shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- The Hospitalists will be required to do central lines, intubations, vent management, paracentesis, and thoracentesis. We can train for arterial lines and small-bore chest tubes.
- We are part of the rapid response team and code team.
- Average census is 10-14 during the day.
- EMR is EPIC.
Living and working in Santa Fe, New Mexico:
The capital city of Santa Fe is situated near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Jemez Range. Santa Fe has a unique, rich culture that has been developed by a multicultural community. Known for its art scene, Santa Fe also attracts outdoorsmen with endless opportunities for hiking, golfing, biking, boating, and winter sports. Located just an hour away from Albuquerque, NM. Over 300 days of sunshine a year and ranks among the best places to live in the US for its smaller population density, access to amenities, diverse cuisine, seasonal events year-round, and outdoor lifestyle.
Rewards and Compensation:
- 182.5 shifts a year.
- You will work half night shifts and half day shifts annually.
- Day Shift rate is $1,829, and Night shift is $2,109.
- Eligible for both PPI and PQI bonuses.
- Full benefits, including CME allowance, are available.
- Eligible for Relocation and a Commencement bonus.
Stephany Nelson, Director, Clinical Recruiting | snelson@soundphysicians.com | (817) 751-3699
Our values in action
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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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“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-Shing 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
Divisional Chief Medical Officer
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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