Intensivists are physicians who specialize in caring for patients with life-threatening illnesses and complex medical needs, typically in an intensive care unit (ICU). They coordinate urgent treatment, monitor patients closely, and work with multidisciplinary teams to guide decisions during critical stages of care. Explore intensivist jobs on Ladders, where you can discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Intensivists assess and manage critically ill patients, oversee treatment plans, and respond to sudden changes in a patient’s condition. Depending on the setting and specialty, their work may include supporting breathing and circulation, interpreting diagnostic results, coordinating procedures, and communicating with patients’ families. They collaborate with nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, surgeons, and other physicians to deliver coordinated care.
Intensivists work in hospital ICUs and specialized units, including medical, surgical, cardiac, neurologic, and pediatric intensive care. Some positions are based in academic medical centers, community hospitals, or health systems with multiple facilities. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer, unit, patient population, and on-call requirements.
Most intensivist roles require a medical degree, completion of residency training in a relevant specialty, and fellowship training in critical care medicine or a related subspecialty. Physicians must hold an active medical license for the state where they practice; board certification or eligibility may also be required. Specific qualifications depend on the role, patient population, and employer.
Browse intensivist openings and compare role requirements, clinical settings, and compensation details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced physicians identify opportunities aligned with their training and career goals. Review each listing for current salary information, schedule expectations, and application requirements.
$250K - $300K *
Transform patient care in a dynamic ICU environment, leading a team of intensivists while managing a diverse patient population and fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals...
6 days ago
$275K - $500K+*
Lead critical care initiatives in a collaborative environment, enhancing patient outcomes and clinician engagement. Join a physician partnership culture that values autonomy and equal distribution amo...
5 days ago
Physician Assistant Intensivist-Hospitalist
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in high-acuity settings. You'll assess, develop, and manage treatment plans while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure holis...
4 days ago
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care to critically ill patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive treatment in a fast-paced intensive care envir...
1 week ago
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's shaping pediatric cardiac care by expanding our Cardiac ICU, delivering exceptional treatment while engaging in groundbreaking research and education. Collaborate with top experts t...
3 weeks ago
Neuro Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by providing expert care in a neuro-intensive care unit, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support acutely ill patients. Leverage your skills in a dynamic environment...
2 weeks ago
Physician Asst/ NP-Intensivist
$100K - $120K *
Contribute to exceptional patient care by supporting intensivists and enhancing treatment plans. Your expertise will help in monitoring, diagnosing, and mentoring, ensuring optimal health outcomes in...
2 weeks ago
Cardiovascular Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to provide expert care in a dynamic Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support acutely ill patients and enhance their recovery through a...
1 week ago
Cardiovascular Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional care to critically ill cardiovascular patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, en...
1 week ago
Cardiovascular Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of patient care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive treatment for acutely ill patients in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, ensuring high stand...
1 week ago
Peds Critical Care Medicine Intensivist
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care in pediatric critical medicine, leading the ICU in empowering young patients and their families through innovative treatments and compassiona...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Critical Care Intensivist Medical Director
$250K - $300K *
Lead the ICU team, ensuring quality care and collaboration among physicians, while managing a 22-bed critical care unit. Engage in quality improvement initiatives and develop peer support within a dyn...
Reposted 6 days ago
Critical Care Intensivist Medical Director
$300K - $350K *
Lead and inspire the ICU team as a Medical Director, overseeing clinical and administrative functions while managing a 77-bed program. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care...
1 week ago
Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care
$110K - $130K *
Deliver advanced, comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the ICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing critical thinking and procedural expertise to ensure high-quality patie...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care
$100K - $120K *
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide advanced care for critically ill patients in the ICU, utilizing your expertise in critical thinking and procedural skills to enhance patient outcom...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing advanced care for critically ill patients in the ICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based treatment while utiliz...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care
$110K - $130K *
Champion advanced care in critical settings, providing comprehensive support to critically ill patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through expert clinical s...
2 weeks ago
Physician (Critical Care) - Pulmonary
$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional critical care as a board-certified physician. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the growth of a prestigious VA aca...
4 days ago
Nurse Practitioner Critical Care Intensivist - Ped Crit Care
$100K - $120K *
Champion exceptional pediatric care by providing critical support in a fast-paced ICU environment. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver specialized treatment and education to criticall...
4 days ago
Critical Care - Full-Time NP/PA
$114K - $171K *
Join our team to provide expert critical care across multiple ICU settings. Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to manage critically ill patients, perform essential procedures, and ensure...
3 days ago
Critical Care - Full-Time NP/PA
$114K - $171K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional critical care across multiple campuses, managing complex patient needs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes in intensive...
3 days ago
Clinician - Cardiothoracic ICU
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of patient care as a trusted leader in Cardiothoracic ICU. Drive clinical excellence, mentor nursing teams, and champion quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and foster...
Reposted 6 days ago
Veterinary Criticalist- Hospitalist
$125K - $150K *
Explore a rewarding role as a Veterinary Criticalist-Hospitalist, providing high-quality care in a supportive, collaborative environment with flexible daytime hours and opportunities for mentorship an...
1 week ago
APP Manager - Critical Care, CTICU Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
$100K - $120K *
Lead the coordination and management of critical care teams, ensuring excellence in patient care while fulfilling a dual role as an Advanced Practice Provider. Foster collaboration and develop compreh...
4 weeks ago
APP Manager - Critical Care, CTICU Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in critical care by managing a dedicated team of Advanced Practice Providers, ensuring exemplary patient care in a collaborative environment while maintaining hands-on clinical respons...
4 weeks ago
What is an intensivist?
An intensivist is a physician who specializes in caring for critically ill patients, usually in an intensive care unit. Intensivists manage complex conditions and coordinate treatment with a multidisciplinary care team.
What qualifications are needed for intensivist jobs?
Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in a relevant specialty, and fellowship training in critical care medicine or a related field. An active state medical license is required, and employers may ask for board certification or eligibility.
Where do intensivists work?
Intensivists primarily work in hospital intensive care units, including medical, surgical, cardiac, neurologic, or pediatric ICUs. They may work at community hospitals, academic medical centers, or larger health systems.
How much do intensivist jobs pay?
Compensation varies based on factors such as location, experience, subspecialty, employer, and schedule. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
What should I look for when comparing intensivist jobs?
Consider the patient population, ICU type, clinical responsibilities, call schedule, staffing model, credentialing requirements, location, and compensation. Review each job listing for details specific to the position.