Physician, Pulmonary/Critical Care Intensivist
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Job Description
WakeMed Physician Practices is a multi-specialty group with over 500 physicians in a variety of specialty areas. Our organization places a high value on quality, caring and compassionate physicians and we are committed to providing state-of-the-art health care to our patients and the community we serve.
We are currently seeking physicians with an interest and fellowship training in Critical Care/Pulmonology to join our group in Raleigh, NC. Our team currently consists of 16 physicians and 4 APP's. Our physicians provide inpatient critical care at WakeMed as well as inpatient pulmonology services and eICU coverage.
Typical procedures include bronchoscopy, central lines, intubation, thoracentesis among others. Typical full-time schedule is approximately 16 in-house shifts per month. Nightshifts are supported with eICU cross-coverage and assistance.
Fantastic opportunity for those who have an interest in clinical teaching as our physicians also supervise second-year ED residents who rotate through our ICUs. Sleep training a plus but not required. Qualified candidates must be BE/BC.
Physicians in this role will provide high-quality clinical care while also participating in the teaching and supervision of residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers. Additional responsibilities include accurate documentation and coding, adherence to compliance standards, and participation in administrative and quality-related activities within the practice.
This position reports to the Division Director and supports the mission, values, and strategic direction of WakeMed Physician Practices.
Ideal Candidates Will Bring
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
- Strong clinical skills in both ICU and pulmonary medicine
- Interest in working within a collaborative, team-based practice model
- Commitment to quality, patient safety, teaching, and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication skills and a collegial approach to multidisciplinary care
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, high-functioning Pulmonary and Critical Care team within a leading health system in one of the fastest-growing and most desirable regions of North Carolina.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Licensed Medical Physician And Board Certification in Area of Practice Required
Education
Doctorate Medicine Required
Experience
Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required
Key Responsibilities
Physicians will provide high-quality inpatient critical care and pulmonology services, including performing procedures and eICU coverage. They are also responsible for the teaching and supervision of residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers.
Requirements
Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine. A doctorate in medicine and completion of relevant fellowship, internship, or residency training are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Critical Care Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 85% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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