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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$300K - $400K *
TeamHealth is seeking a full-time intensivist to join their team at Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, GA. The position offers a 7-on, 7-off schedule with responsibilities including round...
4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersPhysician - Critical Care Intensivist (Nocturnist)
$271K - $379K *
Join an employed group of over 700 physicians in Indianapolis, IN as a Critical Care Intensivist (Nocturnist) at Community Hospital North. Work 17 weeks/year on a 7-on-14-off schedule with in-house cr...
Reposted more than 4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersAdvanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Neuro Intensivist
$97K - $140K *
The Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Neuro Intensivist will be responsible for providing high-quality, cost-effective care to patients within their scope of practice in collaboration with a superv...
More than 4w ago
• HealthcareAdvanced Practice Providers Critical Care (ICU)
$95K - $130K *
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join the Critical Care ICU Team at Ahuja Medical Center. This position involves performing patient assessments, establishing care plans, and collaborati...
2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersCW CV Critical Care Intensivist
$250K - $350K *
The Critical Care Cardiac Intensivist will work in a hospital setting to provide care to CVICU medical and surgical patients. The role involves in-house intensivist coverage during the day with 24-7 c...
Reposted 3w ago
• Education, Government & Non-ProfitCW CV Critical Care Intensivist
$250K - $350K *
The Critical Care Cardiac Intensivist will work in a hospital setting to provide care to CVICU medical and surgical patients. The role involves in-house intensivist coverage during the day with 24-7 c...
4w ago
• Education, Government & Non-ProfitNocturnist (Critical Care) - Advanced Practice Provider
$80K - $120K *
Carle Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Critical Care team as a Nocturnist. The role involves providing healthcare in critical care settings, col...
Yesterday
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$350K - $450K *
The Mayo Clinic in Florida is seeking a Critical Care Physician to join their expanding cardiothoracic and vascular service line in the ICU. The role involves providing exceptional patient care, contr...
4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • HealthcarePhysician Assistant (PA) - Pulmonary Medicine: Critical Care (Intensivist)
$95K - $120K *
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Pulmonology Physician Assistant for a 100% inpatient position in a hospital-employed group. The role offers mentorship from experienced physicians, opportu...
Reposted 2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersPhysician Assistant (PA) - Pulmonary Medicine: Critical Care (Intensivist)
$95K - $130K *
Lutheran Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their Critical Care service team. The role involves managing critical patients alongside intensivists, with a preferenc...
Reposted 2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersPhysician Assistant (PA) - Pulmonary Medicine: Critical Care (Intensivist)
$95K - $130K *
Lutheran Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for the Critical Care service. The role involves working with intensivists to manage critical patients, with a preference for e...
Reposted 2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersAdvanced Practice Provider - Critical Care
$60K - $120K *
The Advanced Practice Provider in Critical Care will deliver comprehensive and cost-effective critical care services as part of an integrated team of specialists. Candidates should have a strong backg...
3d ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical CentersPulmonary/Critical Care Intensivist - Harlem
$214K - $220K *
The Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is seeking an Intensivist to join the Pulmonary/Critical Care group at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. The role involves providing high-quality healthc...
2w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersHospitalist - Advanced Practice Provider
$60K - $120K *
Carle Health is seeking a Hospitalist Advanced Practice Provider to join a collaborative team focused on patient-centered care at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois. The role involves...
2d ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$300K - $450K *
The Acute Care Surgeon will cover general surgery, trauma, and the surgical intensive care unit at University Health, an ACS Level 1 and State of Missouri designated Level 1 trauma center. The role in...
4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersRespirologist Interventional Specialist
$300K - $400K *
The position is for a full-time academic respirologist specializing in interventional pulmonary medicine, involving both clinical service and academic research. The role includes responsibilities in g...
1w ago
• Pharmaceuticals & BiotechAPP - Virtual Critical Care - Nocturnist
$120K - $180K *
The Virtual Critical Care Nocturnist position at Atrium Health involves managing medical and surgical ICU patients, working night shifts from home, and providing care through tele-critical services. T...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Healthcare$81K - $119K *
Full-time Registered Nurse (RN) position in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Corona Regional Medical Center in Corona, CA, responsible for adult and geriatric patient care and supervision of nursing p...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$216K - $325K *
The Pediatric Intensivist provides direct patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, ensures high-quality health care services, and collaborates with other physicians to deliver advanced...
More than 4w ago
• HealthcarePhysician-Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist - 133
$202K - $303K *
The West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Pediatrics Department is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to practice in Morgantown, WV. The successful candidate will provide pediatric...
More than 4w ago
• Healthcare$250K - $350K *
The Neurointensivist will join a team of board-certified neurologists and APPs to manage critically ill patients with acute neurologic conditions, including traumatic brain injury and stroke. The role...
4w ago
• Hospitals & Medical CentersNeuro Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$110K - $150K *
The Neuro Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider is a certified nurse practitioner or physician assistant who collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to acutely ill...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$130K - $173K *
Full-Time Certified Chief Perfusionist needed in Hazard, Kentucky to support adult cardiac surgery procedures including Cabgs and Valves. Seeking an experienced perfusionist to join a dynamic team in...
More than 4w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • HealthcareNeuro Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider
$60K - $120K *
The Neuro Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider is a certified nurse practitioner or physician assistant who provides comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the neuro-intensive care unit...
1w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitals & Medical Centers$150K - $300K *
The CV Critical Care Physician will work in Cardiovascular Critical Care as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing advanced therapies for critically ill patients. This role involves 24-hour in-h...
1w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • 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.