Per Diem Critical Care Physician - Salem Hospital, a part of Mass General Brigham

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Job Summary

Salem Hospital, a proud member of the Mass General Brigham system, is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Critical Care Intensivist to join our multidisciplinary Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. The Intensivist will provide comprehensive, evidence-based critical care to adult patients, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and patient-centered outcomes. This position involves active participation in patient care, teaching, and collaboration with an outstanding team of physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities
1. Patient Care:
Provide appropriate intensivist services to patients of Salem Hospital, delivering expert critical care management for patients presented for medical evaluation and treatment.
2. ICU Coverage:
Provide ICU coverage for the hospital as designated by the Corporation and in accordance with staffing schedules and institutional policies.
3. Clinical Excellence:
Incorporate evidence-based practices into clinical decision-making to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care for all critically ill patients.
4. Documentation and Compliance:
Ensure accurate and timely completion of medical records, orders, and documentation in accordance with hospital policies, medical staff bylaws, and local, state, and federal regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
5. Communication and Responsiveness:
Respond promptly and effectively to all clinical pages and calls, including those from nursing, pharmacy, and during emergency situations such as Code activations.
6. Teaching and Mentorship:
Supervise and provide bedside teaching to resident physicians, fostering an educational environment that promotes clinical excellence and professional growth.
7. Supervision of Advanced Practice Providers:
Oversee and support the clinical performance of physician assistants and nurse practitioners as applicable, ensuring consistent, high-quality patient care.
8. Professionalism and Teamwork:
Treat all patients, families, and colleagues with respect, compassion, and professionalism. Actively engage in teamwork and uphold Salem Hospital's and Mass General Brigham's core values of collaboration, integrity, and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications
* Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
* Training: Completion of an accredited fellowship in Critical Care Medicine.
* Certification: Board Certified/Eligible in Critical Care Medicine.
* Licensure: Eligible for or currently licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
* Experience: Prior ICU experience preferred; strong interest in academic and teaching environments encouraged.

About Salem Hospital
Salem Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham integrated health care system, is a leading regional hospital providing high-quality, compassionate care to communities throughout the North Shore. Our ICU is a dynamic, team-oriented environment that values collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
About Us
Mass General Brigham is a leader in healthcare innovation, comprising 16 member institutions-including world-class academic medical centers, specialty and community hospitals, and a robust physician network. With over 1,180 physicians and 534 Advanced Practitioners across 78 locations, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that puts patients first.