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.
Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner
$179K *
Transform critical care by managing complex neurological patients in a leading Neuro-ICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and support a certified Stroke Center, e...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing life-saving ECMO support. As an ECMO Specialist, you'll operate and maintain ECMO circuits, ensuring optimal patient care under physician supervision while fo...
2 weeks ago
Respiratory Care Practioner III
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in delivering critical respiratory care across all age groups, ensuring patient safety and effective interventions. Your expertise will be essential in managing mechanical ventilation...
1 week ago
$250K - $300K *
Drive excellence in pediatric cardiac care through leadership, collaboration, and innovative program development while providing comprehensive care to critically ill patients in a dynamic medical envi...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Launch your career in pediatric cardiac care, providing direct oversight, collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team, and participating in innovative clinical research and educational activit...
3 weeks ago
Critical Care or Emergency Department Clinical Pharmacist
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through clinical pharmacy services. You'll lead initiatives, provide consultation to medical staff, and ensure high-quality medication management...
3 weeks ago
Critical Care Clinical Educator
$90K - $120K *
Drive excellence in critical care education by mentoring personnel, overseeing training, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with leadership to enhance clinical skills and promo...
2 weeks ago
Critical Care Nocturnist - NP/PA - Full-Time
$131K - $198K *
Elevate patient care by performing assessments, procedures, and advocating for treatment plans while managing critical care rotations and clinic duties in a dynamic healthcare environment...
3 weeks ago
Nurse Manager, Intensive Care Unit
$145K - $205K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing critical care excellence through leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to exceptional patient outcomes in a dynamic ICU environment...
4 days ago
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA): Palliative Care
$120K - $155K *
Empower patients by delivering compassionate, patient-centered palliative care through virtual consultations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance quality of life for members with complex needs...
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$340K - $500K+*
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering expert anesthetic care across various surgical settings, managing preoperative assessments, intraoperative administration, and post-anesthesia recovery while...
3 weeks ago
Resource Registered Nurse - ICU Float Pool
$79K - $118K *
Advance patient care by utilizing evidence-based practices and collaborating with a dynamic healthcare team. Engage in quality initiatives while providing comprehensive nursing support in a fast-paced...
1 week ago
Resource Registered Nurse - ICU Float Pool
$79K - $118K *
Manage critical care nursing operations, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective assessment, planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Engage in professional governance and quali...
1 week ago
Registered Nurse (RN), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
$79K - $118K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in the ICU. As a Nursing Supervisor, you'll lead operations, support staff development, and ensure effective communication to enhan...
Today
Registered Nurse (RN), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
$79K - $118K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality patient care as a Nursing Supervisor in the ICU. Oversee operations, staffing, and resource allocation while fostering collaboration and promoting a culture...
Today
Registered Nurse (RN), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
$79K - $118K *
Empower your nursing career by delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic ICU environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes while advancing your clinical skills and...
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Registered Nurse (RN), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
$79K - $118K *
Join a dynamic ICU team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes while advancing your clinical...
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$300K - $350K *
Champion your career as you provide vital anesthesia services in a dynamic, busy environment with diverse surgical cases, ensuring quality patient care and operational excellence in a collaborative te...
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PHYSICIAN - CARDIAC INTENSIVIST
$250K - $300K *
Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital is seeking a Cardiac Intensivist to join their collaborative team in providing critical care for complex cardiac and cardiovascular patients. The role involves...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Clinical Pharmacist - Critical Care (PICU, NICU, CICU)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of pediatric pharmaceutical care by leading medication management, collaborating with healthcare teams, and enhancing patient outcomes in critical care settings. Drive quality initiat...
1 week ago
Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing critical care services, enhancing patient safety and quality. Drive operational excellence, foster collaboration, and support staff development in a...
1 week ago
Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Elevate critical care services by leading clinical operations, enhancing quality, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational excellence and staff development while ensuring high-quality, evidence...
1 week ago
Clinical Specialist - Generalist
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining clinical workflows by serving as a trusted clinical voice, collaborating across departments to enhance product development and ensure successful implementation of cardiov...
3 weeks ago
Lead Palliative Care Physician
$260K - $340K *
Advance care by leading palliative treatment for complex patients, managing in-home visits while ensuring quality outcomes and fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare teams in a growing...
3 weeks ago
Lead Palliative Care Physician
$260K - $340K *
Transform patient care by delivering expert palliative services to seriously ill individuals in their homes. Collaborate with care teams to enhance quality of life and implement innovative health mana...
3 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.