Physician

Children’s National Hospital (Washington DC) Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC is planning to expand by hiring an experienced, mid- or senior-career academic Intensivist to join our Division of Critical Care Medicine. The ideal candidate will have a substantial track record of publications, external funding and/or successful mentoring in their chosen type of science (basic/translational, clinical, data, education, implementation, etc.). He/she will be expected to contribute towards growth of our PICU Research Program through mentorship, collaboration and seeking external funding. About the Division of Critical Care Medicine The Division of Critical Care Medicine has a regional and national reputation for excellence in clinical care, research, and education. The division currently includes 25 Critical Care Medicine physician faculty, three physician hospitalists, one PhD statistician, four (soon to be six) PICU advanced practice providers, and two neurocritical care advanced practice providers, with plans to expand the faculty. There are 47 PICU beds and one resuscitation room, with 14 additional beds anticipated to open in the fall of 2026. We care for approximately 3500 critically ill or injured children in our busy PICU. Our clinical practice includes ECMO, CRRT and other extracorporeal therapies; trauma and burn patients; renal and stem cell transplant patients; and a wide variety of children with critical illnesses from around the region, the country and the world. There is a separate Cardiac ICU that is staffed by a separate Division of Cardiac Critical Care. An Intensivist-run Sedation program was recently launched, and we also provide staffing for critically ill children at the NIH’s clinical center. Faculty members have been successful in obtaining NIH funding, including active R01 and K awards. Our research is supported by a team of research nurses/coordinators. There are 17 Critical Care Medicine fellows, emanating from the top pediatrics training programs. About Children’s National Hospital For 155 years, Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., has delivered expert pediatric care at every milestone. As the region’s only standalone children’s hospital, kids have been the center of its mission since 1870. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. Children’s National has been designated four times in a row as a Magnet hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. George Washington University, one of the top health sciences universities in the country, is our academic partner. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor is available commensurate with academic accomplishments to date. Our benefits package includes tuition benefits at GW that also apply to spouses and children. Qualifications Board-certification in pediatric critical care medicine At least 5-10 years of experience beyond Fellowship Associate or full Professor (or commensurate academic accomplishments) Interested applicants should forward their CV and cover letter to the Chief of Critical Care Medicine, Dr. Steve Shein, View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr