Santa Cruz, California Pulmonary ICU Physician

Pulmonary/Critical Care Opportunity in Santa Cruz, CA

Full-Scope Practice | Leadership Opportunity | Coastal California

An expanding Pulmonary/Critical Care program in Santa Cruz, California is adding another physician to its team. This full-scope role combines outpatient pulmonary, ICU coverage, and inpatient consults within a collaborative hospital-based practice. With additional APP support on the way and opportunities for leadership and program development, this is an ideal time to help shape the future of Pulmonary/Critical Care while living in one of California’s most sought-after coastal communities.

Practice Highlights

• Join an established team of 5 Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians
• Full-scope practice including outpatient pulmonary medicine, ICU coverage, and inpatient pulmonary consults
• Hospital is actively recruiting 2 Advanced Practice Providers to expand clinical support
• Opportunity to participate in program development, with a leadership role available for the right candidate
• Flexible scheduling model with opportunities to pick up additional shifts for increased earnings

Schedule

• Rotating schedule that includes: * Outpatient Pulmonary Clinic (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) * ICU Coverage (6:00 PM–6:00 AM) * Inpatient Pulmonary/Ward Coverage (6:00 AM–6:00 PM)
• Physicians rotate through all clinical settings to maintain a diverse practice
• Night coverage shared with APP support as the program continues to grow
• Flexible scheduling model designed to balance patient care across the service line

Compensation & Benefits

• $450,000 base salary
• Additional productivity incentives for outpatient and inpatient pulmonary services
• ICU coverage compensated separately from RVU production
• Opportunity to earn $500,000-$525,000+ through productivity and additional shifts
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, malpractice coverage, paid time off, CME, and relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
• Comfortable practicing across outpatient pulmonary, inpatient consults, and critical care
• Interest in leadership or program development welcomed but not required
• Open to experienced physicians and graduating fellows

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz combines an outstanding quality of life with the beauty of California’s Central Coast. Enjoy year-round mild weather, world-class beaches, redwood forests, hiking, surfing, and a vibrant downtown, all within easy reach of Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. It’s a community where physicians can build a rewarding career while enjoying one of the most sought-after lifestyles in the country.