Medical Director, Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Physician

Job Description & Requirements
Medical Director, Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Physician
StartDate: 8/3/2026 Pay Rate: $450000.00 - $500000.00

Children's Specialty Group (CSG), a Physician-Owned Private Practice, Seeks a Medical Director of Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care | Leadership Opportunity | Excellent Compensation Potential | Live in a Desirable Beachfront Community in Virginia

Shape the future of pediatric cardiac critical care in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Children's Specialty Group (CSG) seeks a Medical Director of the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit within Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. You'll lead a prestigious academic team in enhancing care for the most vulnerable patients. Enjoy competitive compensation, academic appointments, and the vibrant coastal lifestyle of Norfolk, Virginia. Join us in a pivotal role at Virginia's only free-standing children's hospital. Contact us today to learn more.

Opportunity Highlights

• Lead a prestigious academic team within the renowned Children's Specialty Group and oversee the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit
• Enjoy a vibrant coastal lifestyle, living and working by the beautiful beaches of Norfolk, Virginia
• Earn competitive MGMA compensation while holding an academic appointment at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
• Opportunity to become a partner in the Children's Specialty Group
• Join the only free-standing children's hospital in Virginia, CHKD, boasting a 32-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit 
• Contribute to the largest pediatric residency training program in Virginia in collaboration with EVMS
• Work closely with specialists in cardiac surgery, diagnostic imaging, obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, and pediatric intensive care
• Be part of a dedicated team of 8 board-eligible PICU physicians and 4 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• CKHD does 120 pump cases per year with a goal to get to 200 cases in 2026.

CHKD's cardiac surgery program is part of a regional collaborative between CHKD and the University of Virginia (UVA), referred to as the Virginia Congenital Cardiac Collaborative. The CHKD program is supported by surgeons with over 50 years of experience, in Dr Umar Boston (Chief of Cardiac Surgery, CHKD) and Dr Phillip Smith (Surgical Director of the Fetal Care Center). Currently, 100 index cardiac surgery cases are performed each year. The planned growth with the new CICU service line is to achieve approximately 200 cases per year. CHKD has committed to establishing a dedicated CICU service line. This commitment also includes building of a new CICU in the 1 st quarter of 2026. The successful candidate will join an established group of surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, physician extenders, nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists and other health care providers to provide comprehensive care with the shared goal of creating a center of excellence.

Community Highlights: Live on an Iconic Waterfront Region 

Hampton Roads is an iconic waterfront region in southeastern Virginia and a vibrant community of 1.7 million residents across nine cities and five counties. It is home to Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk, and Chesapeake Bay. A vibrant cultural hub with a robust arts scene, numerous museums, and a maritime heritage, Virginia has it all:

• Norfolk is a Best City to Retire in America and a Best City for Young Professionals in America (Niche)
• Exceptional Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A grades in Amenities, Commute, Housing, Health & Safety, and Schools
• Virginia was named a "Best Place to Practice" in 2024 by Medscape
• No shortage of waterfront views, boasting an extensive shoreline
• A unique assortment of cultural and historical amenities plus sophisticated dining and entertainment options
• A multitude of outstanding educational options, including local colleges and universities
• Fish, sail, or water ski on nearby waterways

Facility Location
Known as “America’s first region,” the areas of Virginia Beach and Norfolk are not only teeming with history, but also offer some beautifully relaxing beaches. Combine the region’s natural beauty and culture with a prominent medical presence, and you have a coveted location, filled with a kaleidoscope of opportunities. From wildlife refuge parks to a thriving nightlife and dining scene, the Virginia Beach/Norfolk area is primed for fun.

Job Benefits

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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

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