DescriptionPediatric Cardiac Intensivist Join Our Team at Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute! Position Overview Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join our world-class team dedicated to providing exceptional care to children with congenital and acquired heart disease. This physician will play a key role in a 34-bed dedicated Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) with 24-hour coverage, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver state-of-the-art critical care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.
The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist will report to the Medical Director of the CICU and work in close collaboration with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a commitment to clinical excellence, quality improvement, education, and research, aligning with the strategic goals of Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute.
Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive, evidence-based critical care for pediatric patients with congenital and non-congenital cardiovascular conditions in the Cardiac ICU (CICU).
• Conduct thorough evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning, including mechanical circulatory support and perioperative management.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and other multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), fellows, residents, and other trainees in the CICU.
• Participate in and contribute to research initiatives aimed at advancing the field of pediatric cardiac critical care.
• Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives to enhance outcomes and efficiency within the CICU.
• Support the mission, vision, and strategic direction of Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute through active involvement in program development and institutional initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in cardiac critical care delivery.
Additional qualifications and desired attributes include • MD degree or equivalent from an accredited school of medicine AND
• Fellowship training (three years) in Pediatric Cardiology or
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine with o One year of Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care OR o Dual Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiology and
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine • Unrestricted medical license and board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) in Pediatric Cardiology
• Eligibility for
medical licensure in the state of Florida • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research in pediatric cardiac intensive care
Academic Affiliation Employed staff benefit from affiliations with our educational partner, Florida International University (FIU). This position includes an appointment to the Faculty of FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.
Discover Miami, Florida Nicklaus Children's Hospital is located in Miami, Florida and offers all the advantages of a tropical, diverse and metropolitan community. Enjoy abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round with easy access to numerous recreational opportunities, cultural and professional sporting venues, and international travel.
Competitive compensation and robust benefits package. Qualified candidates please contact:
Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter
[email protected] or 786-501-6189
Nicklauschildrens.org/NCPS
