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.

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The Pulmonary Critical Care Section serves patients across the spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care for more than 30,000 veterans....

Critical Care - Physician - Mount Sinai South Nassau - Oceanside, NY

  • Oceanside, NY
  • moments ago
  • Oceanside, NY
  • moments ago

Mount Sinai South Nassau is currently seeking a full-time Critical Care Physician....

Pulmonology Critical Care Physician Opening

  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology and Critical Care 2. Skilled in the latest types of Pulmonary procedures ABOUT ARKANSAS: As for Arkansas. I highly recommend it....

Pulmonary Critical Care Physician

  • Potsdam, NY
  • moments ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • moments ago

Are you a dedicated Pulmonary Critical Care Physician looking for a rewarding full-time position? St. Lawrence Health is seeking passionate individuals to join our team! Why join us?...

Neurocritical Care Physician - Hartford Hospital

  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 hour ago

Our full Neurovascular Department sees patients suffering from strokes and aneurysms with both endovascular and intercranial surgery....

Candidates should be BC/BE in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine....

Intensivist Needed in Virginia

  • VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • VA
  • 6 hours ago

If not BC in Critical Care, Critical care fellowship is REQUIRED....

Cardiology Intensivist, Northwell Health

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

The ideal candidate will be BC/BE in cardiology, with dedicated fellowship training in cardiovascular critical care....

Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician Scientist - Coastal Charleston, SC

  • Charleston, SC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 10 hours ago

Join a collegial team of 42 pulmonary/critical care physicians, 35 APPs, and 60 support staff....

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist, Medical Director, Cardiac Care Unit

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

The Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology seeks full-time Intensivist at the rank up to an Associate Professor. This...

Critical Care - Intensivist Job at Vituity in O'Fallon, IL

  • O Fallon, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 17 hours ago

The Opportunity Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Critical Care Internal Medicine physicians. Current IL state license is a plus. Visa Candidates are encouraged to apply. The Practice HSHS St....

Internal Medicine/Critical Care (Physician )

  • Hershey, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Board Certified in Critical Care, Licensed in PA only Compensation: $110/hour with weekly pay and malpractice included....

Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician (PRN)

  • Elizabeth City, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Elizabeth City, NC
  • 21 hours ago

In addition to family medicine, internal medicine and pediatric physicians, the group includes specialists in cardiology, surgery, surgical oncology, vascular services, neurology, pulmonary and critical...

Critical Care Physician

  • Frederick, MD
  • 21 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 21 hours ago

Sound manages the emergency medicine and hospitalist services as well and we help each other to provide the best possible patient care....

Physician-Critical Care: Intensivist

  • Sun City West, AZ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sun City West, AZ
  • 21 hours ago

Qualified candidates are required to be BC/BE Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine & Critical Care Medicine OR BC/BE Internal Medicine & Critical Care/Pulmonary Medicine....

Critical Care Physician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Critical Care Medicine
Critical care is an emerging specialty in hospitals and, with an increasing population living with multiple co-morbidites, the burden on Critical Care Units is rising. In this course, find out...
Principles of Critical Care Medicine for Non-Intensive Care Specialists
Keeping pace with the rapid changes in evidence-based critical care medicine is difficult for specialty-trained intensivists; for non-intensivists, the challenge of staying up to date can be...
Critical Thinking: How to Develop Critical Thinking Skills
Steer away from reactive thinking and onto the path of strategic decision-making. Break through your limits Critical thinking is a valuable everyday skill that can save time, money, and resources....

Salary for Critical Care Physician Jobs Nationwide

This is the average annual salary for Critical Care Physician jobs nationwide as reported by the BLS.

$320,700


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Critical Care Physician positions.



Highest Education Level

Critical Care Physicians offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Master's Degree
26.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.2%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.5%



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