About this opportunity
Alameda Health System lists this Intensivist opportunity in oakland, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Intensivist
nnnOakland, CA
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nnHighland General Hospital
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nnHGH Pulmonlogists
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nnFull Time - Varies
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nnPhysicians & Dentists
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nn$198.75 - $209.25 per hour
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nnReq #:
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nnFTE:1
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nnPosted:May 27, 2026
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n nSummary
nSUMMARY: The Intensivist will provide critical care intensive support for all patients admitted, including providing daily triage rounds, providing Critical Care consultation, managing Code Blues, supervising invasive procedures in the ICU and elsewhere at Highland as needed, and optimizing the use of ICU beds. The Intensivist is responsible for the expert provision of safe, efficient, patient-centered, and cost-effective care within the Hospital. This position reports to the Chief of Pulmonary and Critical Care.
nDUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.
nnnPerform professional services as are necessary to assure the appropriate quality of care to Patients.
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nnProvide consultation as requested by Medical Staff, including collaboration with emergency department physicians regarding an expedited response to the emergency department when requested.
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nnFacilitate and manage the appropriate use of specialists and coordinate Patients’ care, including ordering specialists’ consultations.
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nnAbide by all current and future federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines regarding the transfer of emergency patients to other health care facilities.
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nnComplete all records and reports on a timely basis and in accordance with EBMG’s medical records policies and Medical Staff Bylaws.
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nnProvide orientation and training regarding the Critical Care and Pulmonary Services for Hospital’s healthcare team.
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nnOrganize, attend and participate in Pulmonary and Critical Care meetings and other medical staff conferences including continuing education programs.
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nnPlan and participate in in-service education programs for mid-level practitioners, nursing and other staff.
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nnServe as the Subspecialty Education Coordinator (SEC) for Pulmonary and Critical Care within the Internal Medicine residency program. This includes curriculum development, evaluating the Pulmonary and Critical Care program, and developing a strong structural foundation for Pulmonary and Critical Care education
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nnDidactic lectures and board review for Internal Medicine residents.
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nnServing as a professional role model for trainees with peers, patients, families and other members of the health care team.
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nnReport to hospital, on an as needed basis, material concerns about quality of care, delay in delivery of medical services to patients, or any patient concerns.
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nnCooperate with hospital in implementing new procedures, controls and systems to promote and facilitate quality, cost controls, reimbursement functions, standardization of products and equipment, and any other requests made by hospital.
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nnProvide effective and timely communications to referring or admitting physicians, patient and family concerning the clinical status of each patient admitted through the Hospitalists Program.
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nnPromote and maintains good public relations on behalf of hospital and assists hospital in attaining goals established regarding patient/employee/physician satisfaction in connection with delivery of clinical services. Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist will be “goodwill ambassadors” of the hospital.
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nnPerform other duties as assigned by the Chief of PulmChair of Medicine, Associate Chief Medical Officer and/or the Chief Medical Officer.
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n nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
nEducation: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is required.
nMinimum Experience: Completion of accredited ACGME or AOA Internal Medicine Residency and Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship.
nRequired Licenses/Certifications: Board certified or eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care.
nRequired Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California.
nValid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number.
nPay Range: $198.75 - $209.25 per hour
nThe pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program.
nAlameda Health System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military background.
Worksite address
oakland, CA, 94616, US
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