Critical Care Physician Jobs in Kentucky

A Critical Care Physician, also known as an Intensivist, specializes in providing comprehensive care for critically ill patients in intensive care units. They typically work in hospital settings, managing and treating patients with life-threatening conditions such as multiple organ failure, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and traumatic injuries. Their responsibilities include conducting comprehensive patient assessments, developing, and implementing treatment plans, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to deliver multidisciplinary care. They also make end-of-life care decisions and communicate with patients' families about their condition and prognosis.

Important skills for a Critical Care Physician include strong clinical judgement, the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of medical ethics. They should also be flexible and adaptable, as they need to respond to rapidly changing patient conditions. They should hold a Medical Degree and be Board Certified in Critical Care Medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Prior to becoming a Critical Care Physician, an individual might hold roles such as Resident Physician, Internal Medicine Physician or a Pulmonologist, which provide the necessary medical knowledge and clinical experience.

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Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician

  • Maysville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Maysville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician Location: Maysville, KY Job Type: Full-time Seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pulmonary/Critical Care physician to join a hospital-employed practice in Maysville...

A hospital is seeking a pulmonary critical care physician for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in northern Kentucky....

Pulmonology in Western Kentucky An established practice in western Kentucky with 4 pulmonologists currently is seeking an additional BE/BC pulmonologist to join their team. The need is due to a...

Critical Care - Intensivist Job at HCA Healthcare in Bowling Green, KY

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago

Description Specialization: Critical Care Internal Medicine Critical Care Emergency Medicine Critical Care Pulmonary Critical Care Anesthesiology Critical Care Nephrology Surgery Critical Care Job Summary...

Intensivist Medical Director

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 days ago

care services....

Critical Care Intensivist

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 days ago

Description Specialization: Critical Care Internal Medicine Critical Care Emergency Medicine Critical Care Pulmonary Critical Care Anesthesiology Critical Care Nephrology Surgery Critical Care Job Summary...

CVICU Intensivist Dayshift Louisville KY JO-2502-11840

  • Louisville, KY
  • 28 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 28 days ago

Medicine and BE/BC in Critical Care Competitive pay and excellent benefits package included!...

Cardiac Critical Care Physician

  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCardiac Critical Care PhysicianRequisition NumberFE04469Working TitleDepartment Name7H354:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - CARDIOLOWork LocationLexington, KYType...

Pulmonary, Critical Care Physician

  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Posting Details Job Title: Pulmonary, Critical Care Physician Requisition Number: FE04134 Working Title: Department Name: 7H363:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - PULMONAR Work Location: Lexington, KY...

Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician

  • Henderson, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Henderson, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Deaconess Hospital Pulmonary/Critical Care Deaconess Pulmonary Group Team Composition: 16 full-time physicians and 18 full-time Advanced Practitioners (APPs)....

Intensivist

  • Paducah, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 90+ days ago

The ideal candidate will be internal medicine (IM), emergency medicine (EM) or surgery trained with a critical care fellowship....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for Critical Care Physician Jobs in Kentucky

This is the average annual salary for Critical Care Physician jobs in Kentucky as reported by the BLS.

$277,370


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Critical Care Physician positions.



Highest Education Level

Critical Care Physicians in Kentucky offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Master's Degree
26.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.2%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Associate's Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.5%



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