Pediatric Intensivist

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children's?

Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc. (2025)
• 4 locations ranked on S. News & World Report's list of Best Children's Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Awards for Patient Experience (2025)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children's Texas

Shriners Children's Texas is where hope and healing meet. As one of only four pediatric burn specialty hospitals within the Shriners Children's health system, the hospital is verified by both the American Burn Association (ABA) and the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma as a pediatric burn center of excellence.

Located on Galveston Island, this 30-bed inpatient hospital offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, with specialized expertise in burn care, orthopedic conditions, complex skin disorders, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Shriners Children's Texas extends its reach through outreach clinics in San Angelo and Marshall, Texas, as well as Monterrey, San Luis Potosí, Guadalajara, Veracruz, Toluca, and Chihuahua in Mexico, and Panama-ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care for children and families across a broad geographic region.

Adjacent to the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) campus, the hospital fosters a collaborative, academic environment supported by a team of highly skilled and compassionate physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric specialty care.

Located just one hour from Houston, Galveston offers a unique blend of coastal charm, rich history, and vibrant culture:

• Coastal Living: Enjoy beautiful beaches and year-round outdoor activities
• Diverse Economy: Opportunities across healthcare, tourism, education, and marine research
• Affordable Lifestyle : A lower cost of living compared to many coastal cities with no state income tax

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
• Relocation assistance
• School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.

All employees are eligible to enroll in medical coverage starting on their first day. Other benefit elections may vary based on eligibility and location.

Job Overview

Shriners Children's is seeking a full-time Pediatric Intensivist to join our team at Shriners Children's Texas in Galveston. In this role, the intensivist will provide comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients in a 15-bed PICU, with a primary focus on high-acuity burn cases. The unit also manages a range of complex conditions, including septic shock, cardiogenic shock, respiratory failure, and ARDS, along with select orthopedic cases such as spine and osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). Patients are frequently referred from across the region as well as internationally, including Mexico and Central America, resulting in a medically complex and diverse patient population.

The position follows a 7-on/7-off schedule. During their service week, intensivists provide in-house coverage during the day and take home call overnight. Nighttime care within the unit is supported by a strong in-house team, including Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), UTMB residents, and a burn fellow, all of whom remain in-house overnight, with the fellow serving as an additional layer of clinical support.

The PICU is supported by six APPs who provide 24/7 in-house coverage across days, nights, weekends, and holidays, working in close collaboration with the physician team. Clinical responsibilities include direct patient care as well as procedural support, such as sedation and central line placement. The unit maintains an average daily census of 4-8 patients, allowing for a balance of high-acuity care and manageable patient volumes.

In addition to clinical duties, this role offers meaningful academic opportunities, including teaching medical students, residents, and fellows through daily rounds and didactics, as well as the ability to participate in clinical and translational research initiatives.

This is a 1.0 FTE position, with compensation ranging from $297,000 to $430,000, based on years of post-fellowship experience and departmental equity.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic critical illnesses in pediatric patients.
• Provide advanced life support, including mechanical ventilation and vasoactive medications.
• Perform critical procedures such as intubation, central line placement, arterial catheterization, and lumbar punctures.
• Coordinate with pediatric subspecialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Work closely with surgical teams to stabilize critically ill patients.
• Discuss diagnosis, treatment plans, and prognosis with patients' families in a compassionate and clear manner.
• Provide emotional support and guidance for families dealing with critical illness.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in pediatric critical care medicine.
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement projects, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies, patient safety protocols, and ethical standards of care.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Successful completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Pediatrics
• Successful completion of a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years of post-fellowship or equivalent clinical experience in pediatric critical care medicine preferred; recent fellowship graduates will be considered based on training and clinical exposure

Certification and Licensures

• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
• Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive knowledge of pediatric pathophysiology, pharmacology, and intensive care procedures
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with medical teams and families