Critical Care Career
Critical Care Physician (Intensivist)
Spokane, Washington
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: Full Time
- Job Level: Experienced
- Shift: Day; Night
- Travel: No
Critical Care Physician (Intensivist)
Spokane, Washington
Job ID:
JOB-001220
Category:
Critical Care
Transform patient care and community as a Critical Care Physician in Spokane, WA
Our mission in Spokane 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 are one team that works across two hospitals: Providence Sacred Hear & Providence Holy Family.
- Sacred Heart Medical Center is a 628-bed level II trauma center, teaching hospital, and tertiary referral center. We have a 26-bed med/surg ICU and a 28-bed CVICU with MCS, ECMO, and LVAD.
- Holy Family Hospital is a 156-bed community hospital with a 13-bed ICU.
- Roughly 80% of the time at Sacred Heart & 20% at Holy Family. Roughly half of the time at Sacred Heart will be spent working in the CVICU.
- Internal Medicine Residency program.
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.
- Experience managing complex cardiac critical care patients.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- Block schedule with roughly 1/3 night shifts. We collaborate to manage the schedule as equitably as possible, ensuring intensivists achieve an outstanding work/family life balance.
- 12-14 shifts per month is full-time.
Key Responsibilities:
- We care for medical, surgical, neuro, and cardiac ICU patients. We see diverse cases and high acuity, an ideal environment for those looking to care for all types of critically ill patients. We are particularly seeking someone who has a strong background in CVICU.
- Supervise residents.
- EMR: EPIC.
Living and Working in Spokane:
- We are a tight-knit group and share a love for the great outdoors.
- Spokane is a vibrant destination city immersed in natural beauty. Numerous glistening lakes dot the area that averages 260 days of sunshine a year. From skiing to whitewater rafting to biking or hiking through the countless nature preserves, Spokane offers year-round abundant outdoor adventure for the outdoor enthusiast with metro amenities. No state income tax!
- Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we focus on the people of Spokane and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Annual compensation of $433,440. 168 shifts per year.
- 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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