Internal Medicine - Critical Care Physician

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Critical Care Physician, you will join a well-established hospital-employed group at CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN and Ringgold, GA. This exceptional opportunity allows you to provide comprehensive patient care within a regional healthcare leader, consistently recognized as the Best Regional Hospital in Chattanooga by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years (and TN's ), and holding a consistent 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group.

Every day you will provide quality inpatient care for adults, immersing yourself in the critical needs of our most vulnerable patients. You will be instrumental in guiding patients through their most challenging health moments, from initial stabilization to managing complex recovery pathways. This dynamic role demands keen diagnostic skills and the ability to make rapid, informed decisions in high-stakes situations. This specific role offers an attractive 7 on / 7 off shifts (7am - 7pm) schedule, promoting a healthy work-life balance while ensuring consistent, high-level care for our patients.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Critical Care Physician with a dedication to providing high-quality care to critically ill patients in a dynamic hospital environment.

• Providing stabilizing and recovery-oriented healthcare services to critically ill patients.
• Conducting thorough medical examinations and tests to accurately assess patient conditions.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Managing complex medical conditions and life-sustaining therapies in the Intensive Care Unit.
• Collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, specialists, and support staff.
• Explaining patient conditions, health status, and necessary treatments clearly to patients and their families.
• Participating in daily rounds and contributing to comprehensive patient care discussions.
• Ensuring adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and best practices in critical care medicine.

We are offering a competitive guaranteed base salary, commencement and retention bonuses, along with a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with match, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, CME & allowance, professional dues, relocation assistance, and a cell phone stipend. An additional perk is no state income tax! Join us in the vibrant and growing Chattanooga and Ringgold communities!

Job Requirements

Required

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Critical Care
• Ability to obtain an active medical license in state of Tennessee and Georgia
• AHA ACLS and BLS certifications
• Neuro ICU or Cardiac ICU experience required

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI , CMS, Healthgrades , Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range
$400,000 - $420,000 /year