Critical Care Physician Jobs in Texas

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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Pediatric Intensivist - Austin, TX

  • Pediatrix Medical Group
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities Exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Intensivist to join our growing practice at North Austin Medical Center. 6-bed PICU and 10-bed pediatric floor A team of 3 intensivists and 4 pediatric hospitalists...

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Pulmonary / Critical Care Physician

  • JPS Health Network
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The Department of Internal Medicine is currently recruiting a full-time Pulmonary / Critical Care Physician to join a dynamic team delivering care across inpatient and outpatient settings...

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Post-Acute Care Physician

  • KPG Healthcare
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 6 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Post-Acute Care Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality and...

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Pulmonary Critical Care Physician

  • St. David's Georgetown Hospital
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago

Description Specialization: Critical Care Pulmonary Job Summary: A private practice group is recruiting a board-certified pulmonologist and board certified/eligible critical care provider to join their...

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Houston Methodist Neuro Critical Care Intensivist- Medical Director Comprehensive Stroke Opportu...

  • Houston Methodist Specialty Care Group
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

Houston Methodist Neuro Critical Care Intensivist- Medical Director Comprehensive Stroke Opportunity - Willowbrook - Premier Location in North Houston!...

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Houston Methodist Neuro Critical Care Intensivist- Medical Director Comprehensive Stroke Opportunity - Willowbrook - Premier Location in North Houston!...

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CV ICU Medical Director, Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist, - San Antonio, TX

  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 18 days ago

The ideal candidate will have sub-specialty certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine or Pediatric Cardiology with at least 5 years of clinical experience in complex cardiac care, a history...

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Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Intensivist Houston Methodist Hospital

  • Houston Methodist
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 days ago

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is part of the Center for Critical Care at Houston Methodist Hospital, located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, the largest medical complex...

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Pulmonary and Neurocritical Care Physician in Dallas, Texas

  • Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Dallas, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 20 days ago

critical care team....

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Critical Care Physician (PRN)

  • Sound Physicians
  • Plano, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 20 days ago

Local Team Collaboration: At Texas Health Plano, our strong, collaborative team includes pulmonary/critical care physicians and acute care advanced practice providers with a diverse mix of ICU clinical...

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Houston Methodist Neuro Critical Care Intensivist- Medical Director Comprehensive Stroke Opportunity Willowbrook Premier Location in North Houston!...

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CICU Intensivist Physician

  • Houston Methodist
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

The potential candidates will need to be fellowship trained in critical care....

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Surgery Critical Care Physician

  • Del Sol Medical Center
  • Socorro, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Socorro, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Qualified Candidates: Board certified in general surgery and board certified/board eligible in surgical critical care and/or trauma New Graduates welcome to apply Eligible for License to practice in...

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Critical Care Physician Part-Time/PRN

  • US Acute Care Solutions
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 30+ days ago

As a Critical Care Physician within USACS, you'll be part of a team unique in today's industry....

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Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician

  • Prime Healthcare
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Harlingen Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician to join and help grow its pulmonary and critical care service line....

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Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Critical Care Physician Jobs in Texas

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

$221,250


Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Critical Care Physicians in Texas offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
26.3%
Bachelor's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.4%



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