Critical Care Physician Jobs in Virginia

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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Pediatric Intensivist - Carilion Childrens Hospital, Roanoke, VA

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 hours ago

They are Pediatric Fundamentals of Critical Care Medicine (PFCCM) course providers, running the course 4-5 times yearly....

Pulmonology - Critical Care Physician

  • Richlands, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Richlands, VA
  • 14 hours ago

and Critical Care Medicine coverage needed August 12, 2024 - August 19, 2024 Inpatient/outpatient mix Must be able to do bronchoscopies, EBUS and manage patients on ventilators. 20 patients per shift...

Physician/Critical Care/Virginia/Permanent/Intensivist-Coastal

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago

Intensivist-Coastal Virginia Multi-specialty group seeks BE/BC Intensivist physician to join their team Above average earning potential Closed ICU Procedures including Bronchoscopy needed 12 hour...

Critical Care - Intensivist Job at HCA Healthcare in Richmond, VA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago

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

Critical Care Intensivist

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 7 days ago

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

Critical Care Intensivist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

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

Pulmonary Critical Care Physician Job Near Suffolk, Virginia Two ICUs near Suffolk, Virginia are seeking a BC pulmonary critical care physician to join their teams....

Pulmonary Critical Care Physician

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Candidates must have an MD degree or equivalent, be board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary/Critical Care by appointment start date....

Critical Care - Intensivist Job at Echo Locum Tenens in Virginia

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 12 days ago

Seeking Critical Care APPs for Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia for locum coverage....

Critical Care/Intensivist

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 26 days ago

Each hospital has a core team of critical care physicians....

Pediatric - Critical Care Medicine Physician

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Pediatric Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, Picu, Intensive Care, Critical Care, Intensivist, Pediatrician, Pediatrics, Pediatric Care, Child Care, Internal Medicine, Internal Care, Physician,...

Anesthesiology- (F60440)- Critical care/Intensivist School of Medicine

  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Mission or Goal of Unit: The Department of Anesthesiology is committed to delivering the best possible anesthetic and critical care to our patients, to advancing research and quality improvement in...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Critical Care Physician Jobs in Virginia

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

$334,100


Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Critical Care Physicians in Virginia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.6%
Master's Degree
25.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Associate's Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.5%



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