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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Physician - Critical Care Intensivist
$300K - $400K *
The physician provides high quality, cost-effective patient care, supporting specialty practice objectives and strategic goals. They work collaboratively with medical staff to improve clinical outcome...
3w ago
• HealthcarePhysician - Critical Care Intensivist
$300K - $400K *
The physician provides high quality, cost-effective patient care, supporting specialty practice objectives and strategic goals. They work collaboratively to improve clinical outcomes and participate i...
3w ago
• HealthcarePhysician - Intensivist (Days)
$300K - $400K *
Join Parkview Health, the largest non-profit health system in northeast Indiana, as a board eligible/board certified Intensivist. Work with a collegial team in a state-of-the-art facility with no call...
2w ago
• HealthcareCritical Care Intensivist in Paducah, KY
$300K - $400K *
TeamHealth and Baptist Deaconess Paducah are seeking critical care physicians to join their ICU team. The ideal candidate will have training in internal medicine, emergency medicine, or surgery with a...
3w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersIntensivist Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Critical Care (ICU)
$108K - $162K *
Seeking an Intensivist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work in the Critical Care unit of a top-ranked community hospital in Maryland. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating pati...
More than 4w ago
• Healthcare$80K - $100K *
Supervises internal medicine and emergency medicine house staff as well as critical care fellows and ICU based hospitalists and APPs who work overnight in the MICU...
More than 4w ago
• HealthcareNurse Practitioner (NP) - Pulmonary Medicine: Critical Care (Intensivist)
$95K - $130K *
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner to join a hospital-employed group. The position is 100% inpatient with opportunities for mentorship, teaching, and working w...
Reposted 2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical Centers$271K - $379K *
Seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Intensivist to join our growing practice at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC. Responsible for providing coverage to a 6-bed PICU, admissions and patient managem...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Seeking a per diem Board Certified pediatric intensivist to provide coverage at Palms West Hospital in Loxahatchee, FL. Responsibilities include providing coverage for a 24-bed pediatric floor with a...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Seeking a BC/BE pediatric intensivist to join the team at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. Responsibilities include managing patients in the PICU, consultations, and working with a Peds Hospi...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Exciting opportunity for a full time pediatric intensivist to join a practice at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The position involves patient management, consultation, an...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Pediatric Intensivist position available at an award-winning hospital in Tallahassee, Florida. Join a multi-specialty practice providing family-centered quality healthcare in a friendly and profession...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$240K - $330K *
Join our team of dedicated Pediatric physicians and Nurse Practitioners in caring for patients at Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York. Exciting opportunity for Pediatricians to contri...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Intensivist to join a growing practice at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center in Fort Pierce, FL. Responsibilities include covering a 6-bed PICU with an average of 425 annual ad...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Healthcare$271K - $379K *
Pediatric Intensivist opportunity in Orem, UT, providing care to pediatric patients in a combined pediatric floor and PICU, with outpatient sedations and collaboration with pediatric subspecialty prov...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• HealthcareAdvanced Practitioner Provider Critical Care
$110K - $150K *
The Advanced Practitioner Provider in Critical Care at Exceed Medical/DPACC is responsible for delivering comprehensive and cost-effective critical care services. The role involves working in various...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$250K - $400K *
The Royal Columbian Hospital is seeking two Critical Care Medicine specialists for its full-service thirty bed medical-surgical ICU. The successful candidates must have certification from the Royal Co...
3w ago
• Healthcare$250K - $400K *
The Royal Columbian Hospital is seeking two Critical Care Medicine specialists for its full-service thirty bed medical-surgical ICU. The successful candidates must have certification from the Royal Co...
3w ago
• Healthcare$250K - $350K *
The Anesthesiologist will provide exceptional anesthesia care to Veterans, including pre-operative evaluations and direct anesthesia administration. This role also involves supervising Certified Regis...
1w ago
• Hospitals & Medical Centers$271K - $379K *
Seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join the team at Methodist Children's Hospital in San Antonio, TX. The role involves providing direct patient care in a collaborative, patient-centric enviro...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• HealthcarePA Critical Care Intensivist - Neonatology
$86K - $130K *
The PA Critical Care Intensivist - Neonatology at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing various fu...
More than 4w ago
• HealthcarePA Critical Care Intensivist - Neonatology
$86K - $130K *
PA Critical Care Intensivist - Neonatology at Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center. Responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing various functi...
More than 4w ago
• HealthcareCritical Care - Advanced Practice Provider
$60K - $120K *
Carle Health is seeking experienced Advanced Practice Providers to join their Inpatient Hospital ICU team in Peoria, Illinois. The role involves assisting with the management of critical care patients...
2d ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersCritical Care - Advanced Practice Provider
$70K - $120K *
Carle Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Critical Care team at Carle Foundation Hospital. The role involves providing healthcare in critical care...
2d ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersIntensivist in Edison, New Jersey
$300K - $400K *
Join TeamHealth as an intensivist in Edison, New Jersey, providing high-quality care in a dynamic team. The role requires board certification in critical care medicine and offers opportunities for car...
Reposted 3w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersHow 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.