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Hospitalist Physician

Vancouver, Washington

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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
  • Travel: No

Hospitalist Physician

Vancouver, Washington

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Job ID:

JOB-001287

Category:

Hospital Medicine

Take the next step in your career as a Hospitalist Physician in Vancouver, Washington

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Vancouver: better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration: 

  • Join our team of 25 physicians and 9 advanced practice providers (APPs) at Peace Health Southwest Medical Center.
  • Work alongside medical directors, clinical performance nurses, and a program manager.

Qualifications:

  • Internal Medicine or Family Medicine trained physicians are welcome to apply.
  • Open to experienced or new grad physicians with availability to commence practice prior to summer 2027; we are not yet considering 2027 residents for this role.
  • H1B candidates invited to apply; access to Sound’s in-house visa specialists and our licensing and credentialing experts; all required visa filing fees are paid, and services are covered.

Scheduling: 

  • We offer a standard 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule.
  • Other flexible schedule options may also be available.
  • We support one another by covering shifts when needed.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Our hospital has a closed ICU with 24/7 intensivist support, and we don’t require procedures or codes.
  • Opportunity to work with Family Medicine residents.

Living and Working in Vancouver:

  • Vancouver isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live and enjoy the perfect balance of urban convenience and natural beauty. With its scenic parks, easy access to the Columbia River, and vibrant downtown, Vancouver offers a welcoming community and plenty of outdoor opportunities. Whether you’re exploring local trails, enjoying cultural events, or relaxing in a family-friendly neighborhood, Vancouver is a place where you can truly call home.
  • We’re a community-minded team and encourage contributions within and outside the hospital to make our local community thrive. We have partnered with a Free Clinic where some of our colleagues have volunteered their time to assist the less fortunate.

Rewards and Compensation:

  • Competitive yearly salary in the range of $288,000, depending on experience and shift obligation.


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

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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

  • Mihir Patel, MD, MBA, CPE

    “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

  • Chia-Shing Yang, MD

    “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

  • Sunny Pattar, MD

    “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

  • Karen Allen, MD

    “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

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)

  • Short & Long-Term Disability

  • 401K with company match

  • Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)

  • CME Reimbursement

  • Physician Mental Health Counseling

  • Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support

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