Critical Care Physician Jobs
A Critical Care Physician, also known as an Intensivist, specializes in providing comprehensive care for critically ill patients in intensive care units. They typically work in hospital settings, managing and treating patients with life-threatening conditions such as multiple organ failure, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and traumatic injuries. Their responsibilities include conducting comprehensive patient assessments, developing, and implementing treatment plans, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to deliver multidisciplinary care. They also make end-of-life care decisions and communicate with patients' families about their condition and prognosis.
Important skills for a Critical Care Physician include strong clinical judgement, the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of medical ethics. They should also be flexible and adaptable, as they need to respond to rapidly changing patient conditions. They should hold a Medical Degree and be Board Certified in Critical Care Medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Prior to becoming a Critical Care Physician, an individual might hold roles such as Resident Physician, Internal Medicine Physician or a Pulmonologist, which provide the necessary medical knowledge and clinical experience.
- LocumTenens
- Columbia, SC
- 2 days ago
- LocumTenens
- Columbia, SC
- 2 days ago
A larger hospital is seeking a neurocritical care physician for locum tenens coverage. Grab a friend and go to a Columbia Fireflies game for good old-fashioned fun, or take in the history and...
Opportunity/Requirements: Pulmonologist Position UNC Health Appalachian is Recruiting for a Pulmonologist/Critical Care Physician: Join a strong 3-provider Pulmonary Program that draws from 5 counties...
Are you a Pulmonologist Critical Care Physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity?...
Critical Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Central NM
- Willard, NM
- 4 hours ago
- Willard, NM
- 4 hours ago
About the facility A 263-bed acute care hospital with over 1,100 employees providing comprehensive care is seeking a critical care physician associate for locum tenens coverage....
Critical Care Medicine Physician Is Wanted for Locum Tenens Coverage in Arizona
- Phoenix, AZ
- 4 hours ago
- Phoenix, AZ
- 4 hours ago
Weatherby can help you build a custom career plan, with multiple positions available for you today. Call us for specific details on your future job today. Willing to wait for license BC or BE...
Our Regional Medical Center, located 45 minutes from Tyler in east Texas, is seeking an experienced Pulmonary/Critical Care physician to take over an established practice and patient base....
Critical Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southwestern Michi
- Sanford, MI
- 4 hours ago
- Sanford, MI
- 4 hours ago
About the facility A level II facility is seeking a critical care physician associate for locum tenens coverage....
Qualified candidates are required to be BC/BE Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine & Critical Care Medicine OR BC/BE Internal Medicine & Critical Care/Pulmonary Medicine....
Academic affiliation with the University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine is available with pediatric, family medicine and emergency medicine residents rotating through the ICU....
Harris Regional Hospital, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, is searching for a BE/BC Pulmonary/Critical Care physician to join an established, employed practice in Sylva, NC, beautiful western North Carolina-just...
Pulmonary/Critical Care Physicians-Paducah & Corbin, KY-Recruiting Incentives up to $200,000
- Paducah, KY
- 5 hours ago
- Paducah, KY
- 5 hours ago
Pulmonary/Critical Care Physicians-Paducah, KY-Recruiting Incentives up to $200,000 Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking a BE/BC Pulmonologist to join a thriving practice in Paducah, Kentucky Baptist...
Pulmonology - Critical Care Physician
- Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- 5 hours ago
- Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- 5 hours ago
Urgent Need: Critical Care Pulmonologist in WI - 3 to 10 Days in November Location: Eau Claire County, WI Setting: Hospital/Inpatient Start Date: November 20, 2023 (the 20th will be orientation in the...
As demand for our services continues to grow, we're seeking a BC/BE Pulmonary/Critical Care physician to meet growing demand....
Intensivist Opening for Florida's Space Coast! Health First is a premier health system and the only fully integrated delivery network serving Central Florida Employed, FT position with Health...
Surgery, Surgical Critical Care PreferredLicensed MD/DO in ND and MNCompensation and Benefits:Salary guarantee or wRVUs, whichever is greater Sign on bonus Medical, dental, vision, life and disability...
Critical Care Physician Online Courses and Training Opportunities
Salary for Critical Care Physician Jobs Nationwide
$320,700
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Critical Care Physician positions.
Highest Education Level
Critical Care Physicians offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Critical Care Physician position
- Acute Care
- Intensive Care Unit
- Hospitalist
- Internal Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Family Practice
- Anesthesiology
- Primary Care
- Occupational Medicine (Occ Med)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support
- Outpatient
- Urgent Care
- General Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Gynecology
- Endocrinology
- Nephrology
- Emergency Medicine
- Infectious Disease
- Sports Medicine
- Telemedicine
- Surgery
- Wound Care
- Cardiology
- Pain Management
- Pediatrics
- Neurology
- Orthopedic
- Critical Care
- Oncology
- Geriatrics
- Patient Care
- Electronic Medical Records
- Basic Life Support
- Teaching
- Research Skills
- Teamwork
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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