Pulmonary ICU Intensivist (Fee Basis) - 12-Hour Shifts

Veterans Health Administration; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 511,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) is seeking a Staff Physician with pulmonary/critical care expertise to deliver inpatient ICU care on a fee-basis. The role requires proficiency in critical care procedures, collaboration with hospitalists and ICU staff, and comprehensive documentation consistent with VA standards.

The position features 12-hour shifts and a fee-based salary structure tied to CPT codes performed per shift, with the need to maintain high-quality

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an LCME/accredited school.
• For foreign medical graduates, ECFMG verification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation and treatment to ICU patients and coordinate with hospitalists and other care teams.
• Perform ICU procedures and order/interpret diagnostic studies for critically ill patients.
• Document timely clinical notes and ensure compliance with VA policies and guidelines.

Skills

Pulmonary critical care

ICU procedures

Clinical consultation

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine or DO

Job description

Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) is seeking a Staff Physician with pulmonary/critical care expertise to deliver inpatient ICU care on a fee-basis. The role requires proficiency in critical care procedures, collaboration with hospitalists and ICU staff, and comprehensive documentation consistent with VA standards.

The position features 12-hour shifts and a fee-based salary structure tied to CPT codes performed per shift, with the need to maintain high-quality