Intensivist Nocturnist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is seeking a Critical Care Nocturnist physician to join our well-established team in Tacoma, WA. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a supportive, patient-centered, closed ICU model environment. Enjoy a collaborative medical community, access to advanced technology, and the ability to shape your own practice with a healthy work-life balance.

As a Critical Care Nocturnist, you will enjoy:

• Competitive Base Salary: $504,000 for 140 night shifts (7PM - 7AM) annually.
• Attractive Extra Shift Compensation (optional):
  • $3,600 per additional 12-hour night shift.
  • $3,000 per additional 12-hour day shift.
• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000.
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000.
• CME Allowance: $5,000 annually.
• Retirement Savings: Generous 401(k) with employer match.

Additional Information

• On‑Site Role: This is a 100% on‑site position at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.
• Collaborative Closed ICU Model: Practice within a closed ICU model, working closely with a dedicated Critical Care APP.
• Flexible Scheduling: We require a minimum of 35 shifts per quarter. Our scheduling is designed to accommodate your preferences.

Compensation: $504,000 / year.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include direct patient care, involvement in unit operations and leading daily multidisciplinary rounds. Positions are available to work at a single site or at multiple sites. The successful candidate will have a genuine desire to be part of a collaborative, quality‑driven team with a commitment to providing evidence‑based care to the patients we serve.

Job Requirements

• Board Certification: ABA or ABIM in Critical Care. Combined Pulmonary and Critical Care board certification is highly desired.
• Candidates boarded in Emergency Medicine will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of WA.
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice.
• Authorized to work in the United States. We are not offering Visa support assistance for this position.