Explore the world of high paying intensivist positions on Ladders. An intensivist, also known as a critical care physician, manages the care of critically ill patients often in intensive care units. Their high-stress jobs are rewarding, both emotionally and financially.
Earning a position as an intensivist requires a considerable amount of education and training. Typically, after obtaining a medical degree, an individual will go on to specialize in intensive care medicine.
Intensivists typically work in hospital ICUs where they manage the treatment of patients with life-threatening conditions. This role may involve coordinating with other healthcare professionals and making urgent decisions about patient care.
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Pediatric Intensivist - Austin, TX
$271K - $379K *
Exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Intensivist to join a growing practice at North Austin Medical Center in Austin, TX. The position involves managing a 6-bed PICU and 10-bed pediatric floor, collab...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• HealthcareAdvanced Practice Provider - Hospital Medicine
$86K - $130K *
The Advanced Practice Provider in Hospital Medicine at University Hospitals is responsible for providing quality care for patients, collaborating with healthcare providers, and advancing professional...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersCritical Care Pharmacist - Cardiovascular Surgery / ECMO ICU
$120K - $150K *
The Critical Care Pharmacist in Cardiovascular Surgery/ECMO ICU provides medication management services, ensuring safe and cost-effective therapy. The role involves collaboration with healthcare profe...
2w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • HealthcareAttending Physician - Pulmonary/Critical Care
$344K - $432K *
The Attending Physician - Pulmonary/Critical Care at Kings County Hospital is responsible for managing patients in the Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Intensive Care Unit. The role involves performin...
Reposted 2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersPhysician - Pulmonary: Critical Care Noctensivist
$300K - $400K *
The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated Critical Care Noctensivist to provide medical care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The role involves educational ac...
2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical Centers$200K - $300K *
An Anesthesiologist in the Air Force is responsible for determining and administering appropriate anesthetics and techniques for patients undergoing surgical procedures. They work closely with surgeon...
Reposted 3d ago
• Healthcare$418K - $456K *
The Pulmonologist Critical Care position involves diagnosing and treating various pulmonary conditions, performing procedures such as EBUS and navigational bronch, and collaborating with a multidiscip...
3d ago
• HealthcareAdvanced Practice Provider - Nocturnist
$97K - $130K *
Seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join the nocturnist group at The Christ Hospital Health Network in Greater Cincinnati. Requires graduation from an accredited Certified Nurse Practitioner or P...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• HealthcareAcademic Physicians - Interventional Cardiologists #MED349
$300K - $500K *
The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine is seeking full-time faculty members for its Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Appointees will engage in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, sta...
4w ago
• Education, Government & Non-Profit$418K - $456K *
CHI Health Clinic is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pulmonologist specializing in Critical Care Medicine to join their multi-specialty group in Grand Island, Nebraska. The position involves...
3d ago
• Healthcare$150K - $300K *
The Pulmonologist Critical Care position at CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region involves providing high-quality care in pulmonary critical care medicine. Candidates must be board certified or eligible...
1w ago
• Healthcare$250K - $300K *
Indiana University Health Arnett Physicians is seeking a Hospitalist to join their team at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN. The role involves a 7 on/7 off schedule, covering hospital admiss...
3w ago
• Hospitals & Medical Centers$200K - $250K *
Full-time Hospitalist position at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel, IN, with 7 on/7 off schedule and 100% inpatient care. Opportunity to collaborate with other physicians, supervise patient care ser...
More than 4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical Centers$200K - $250K *
Indiana University Health is seeking a Hospitalist to join their team at North Hospital in Carmel, IN. The position involves full-time, night shifts covering medical and surgical inpatients in a robus...
More than 4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersLocum Tenens Critical Care Physician
$271K - $379K *
Locum Tenens Critical Care Physician needed in Southwestern Missouri for an ongoing basis starting in December 2024. The role involves 12-hour shifts, seeing an average of 10 patients per day in an in...
More than 4w ago
• Healthcare$360K - $420K *
Foundation Health Partners is seeking an Acute Care Surgicalist to join their team at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, where you will practice broad-based emergency general surgery. This role offers the o...
Today
• Hospitals & Medical CentersNurse Practitioner APRN APN NP - Critical Care
$80K - $120K *
The Nurse Practitioner will provide critical care services in a fast-paced environment, working overnight shifts as part of a dedicated team. This role involves evaluating and treating patients, parti...
Reposted 4d ago
• Healthcare$150K - $250K *
MedVet is opening a new location in Atlanta, Georgia, offering a 24/7 emergency and multi-specialty veterinary hospital. The facility provides state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for doctors...
4w ago
• Healthcare$150K - $250K *
MedVet New Orleans is seeking a veterinary criticalist to join their established Critical Care team at a 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Hospital. The ideal candidate should be team-oriented with excelle...
1w ago
• HealthcareAsst/Assoc/Professor - Pediatric Intensivist
$180K - $250K *
The position involves contributing to the university's mission through teaching, research, and service. Responsibilities include developing and implementing patient care plans, conducting physical exa...
Reposted 3w ago
• Education, Government & Non-ProfitAdvanced Practice Provider, Neurocritical Care
$110K - $150K *
Join the Neurocritical Care Unit at UT Southwestern as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. This role involves providing 24/7 coverage in a 24-bed ICU, conducting comprehensive exa...
2w ago
• HealthcareAdvanced Practice Provider Critical Care Fellowship
$80K - $100K *
The Exceed Healthcare APP Critical Care Fellowship is a 9-month post-graduate training program designed to transition Advanced Practice Providers into critical care roles. The program offers specialti...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersPhysician Assistant - Critical Care Intensivist - Neonatology
$80K - $120K *
The Physician Assistant will provide direct patient care in the Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine division, working collaboratively with a clinical team to manage critically ill patients in the NICU. Respon...
Yesterday
• Hospitals & Medical CentersCardiovascular Critical Care APP
$110K - $150K *
The Cardiovascular Critical Care APP is a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who provides comprehensive care to acutely ill patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. The rol...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersHospitalist - Pulmonary/ Critical Care Medicine
$250K - $350K *
The Staff Physician provides direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring high-quality healthcare services. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, participatin...
4w ago
• HealthcareHow much can I expect to earn as an Intensivist?
Intensivist salaries can quite lucrative, often surpassing $100K depending on geographical location, expertise, and experience.
What qualifications do I need to become an Intensivist?
In addition to an MD or DO degree, intensivists typically complete a residency in either internal medicine or pediatrics, followed by a fellowship in critical care.
Are there many opportunities for advancement for intensivists?
Yes, with experience and additional certifications, intensivists can take on leadership roles within the ICU or hospital administration.
What is the employment outlook for Intensivists?
The need for trained intensivists is significant and projected to grow. As healthcare technology improves, so does the ability to save and sustain critically ill patients, necessitating skilled intensivists.