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.
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Elevate nursing excellence by assessing learning needs, implementing educational programs, and fostering collaborative relationships to enhance patient care and staff development across critical care...
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Shape the future of pediatric critical care by joining a dynamic team focused on cardiac intensive care. Collaborate with experts, mentor future leaders, and enhance clinical programs while providing...
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Advance pediatric critical care by joining a dynamic team focused on cardiac care. Collaborate with specialists, educate future leaders, and enhance quality initiatives in a state-of-the-art facility...
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Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care Surgery
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Transform your career with a unique opportunity for an Interventional Pain Physician. Join a thriving practice offering exceptional earning potential, partnership track, and ownership in an ASC, all w...
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Champion advanced heart failure care by leading clinical duties, teaching, and research. Collaborate with a dynamic team in a state-of-the-art facility, enhancing patient outcomes and fostering academ...
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Transform healthcare delivery by diagnosing and treating patients, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. Collaborate with a healthcare team to provide comprehensive care and develop tre...
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Hospitalist Physician (Nocturnist)
$210K - $250K *
Unlock potential by joining a cohesive team of healthcare professionals providing critical overnight care in a supportive environment that emphasizes collaboration, communication, and patient safety a...
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Hospitalist Physician (Nocturnist)
$210K - $250K *
Engage in a fulfilling nocturnist role, providing exceptional patient care from 7 PM to 7 AM. Join a collaborative team and participate in quality improvement initiatives at a 532-bed Magnet-status ho...
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Deliver high-quality, cost-effective patient care as an Advanced Practice Provider, collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement in c...
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Gastroenterology Pharmacist (CPP)
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Explore a pivotal role in patient care as a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance GI therapy management, improve access to care, and mentor pharmacy...
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Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider
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Grow your career with a dynamic Gastroenterology team focused on quality care. Collaborate with experienced professionals to manage GI conditions, perform endoscopic procedures, and provide patient-ce...
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Engage in advanced interventional cardiology, performing procedures to diagnose and treat varied cardiovascular conditions while collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team to enhance patient...
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Director of Interventional Radiology
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Drive operational excellence in Interventional Radiology by enhancing patient care, managing multidisciplinary activities, and fostering team development to elevate quality standards and achieve depar...
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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Intensive Care Unit
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Empower your nursing career by leading evidence-based practices in pediatric intensive care. Drive patient outcomes, mentor nursing excellence, and influence organizational policies as a Clinical Nurs...
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Lead the charge in delivering high-quality emergency medical care, assessing and treating patients with urgency while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and fostering preventative health di...
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Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist
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Transform patient care by joining a collaborative cardiovascular team focused on advanced heart failure management, innovation, and education. Contribute to a leading LVAD program while providing exce...
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Manager - Inpatient Care Management
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Manage and oversee inpatient Care Management and Social Work programs, ensuring compliance and effective care progression. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance discharge planning and op...
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Join our team to lead and mentor frontline nurses in delivering exceptional patient care. Your expertise in acute care will drive operational success while fostering a supportive environment for staff...
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Anesthesiologist Critical Care
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Join a collaborative anesthesia team providing diverse surgical care in a supportive environment. Ideal for experienced and new physicians, this role emphasizes mentorship and patient-centered excelle...
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Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
$100K - $120K *
Transform patient care delivery through comprehensive assessments, high-quality services, and effective communication, ensuring optimal health outcomes in a collaborative environment focused on adult...
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Hospitalist - Physician Assistant
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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.