Division Chief, Critical Care

Division Chief, Critical Care VA, United States Job Identification: 658255 Posting Date: 04/16/2026, 03:03 PM Job Schedule: Full time Locations: Inova Fairfax Hospital Job Description Reporting to the President of the Inova Medicine Service Line, the Inova Health System is looking for an experienced critical care leader to serve as the System Division Chief for Critical Care to lead our collaborative, high‑performing team of over 100 physicians and advanced practice providers who care for cardiac and medical ICU patients across all five Inova hospitals. Our need for intensivists has grown as the acuity and volume of patients in our adult ICUs has increased. This position offers the opportunity to lead within a robust, system‑wide critical care program that includes: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (IFMC) – Our flagship academic medical center and Northern Virginia's only Level 1 Trauma Center. IFMC houses approximately 78 ICU beds across the Medical‑Surgical ICU, Coronary Care Unit, and Cardiovascular ICU. It serves as the hub for complex tertiary and quaternary care, including transplant, advanced cardiac, and surgical services. Inova Alexandria Hospital – A 318‑bed community hospital with approximately 36 ICU beds. It provides comprehensive critical care services to a diverse urban and suburban population, with strengths in emergency medicine, stroke care, and general surgery. Inova Loudoun Hospital – A modern, 311‑bed facility with approximately 12 ICU beds. Located in one of the fastest‑growing counties in the U.S., it offers advanced ICU care and is home to a Level III NICU and a growing range of specialty services. Inova Fair Oaks Hospital – A 174‑bed hospital with approximately 12 ICU beds. Known for its high patient satisfaction and quality outcomes, it provides critical care support for a wide range of surgical and medical patients, including those undergoing orthopedic and bariatric procedures. Inova Mount Vernon Hospital – A 237‑bed hospital with approximately 12 ICU beds. It offers specialized ICU care with a focus on complex medical management, rehabilitation, and geriatric services. It is also home to the nationally recognized Inova Joint Replacement Center. Our critical care providers support 24/7 on‑site coverage and critical care consultation throughout each hospital, ensuring seamless, high‑quality care across the system. We also support post‑ICU recovery with a dedicated team of hospitalists, including subspecialty services for patients with complex medical needs. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. Featured Benefits Committed to Team Member Health: medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program. Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. Mental Health Support: all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children receive 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per year at no cost. Work/Life Balance: paid parental leave, CME allowance, paid malpractice insurance. Job Responsibilities Embrace and embody Inova's core values to lead effectively. Work jointly with Medicine Service Line leaders to conceptualize and actualize the vision for the Critical Care Service and ensure alignment with Inova's Annual Agenda strategy and key performance indicators (KPIs). Manage the ICU Medical Director leadership team and oversee critical care physicians across all care sites, including the TeleICU and five Inova hospitals. Matrixed management of the Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in collaboration with the APP leadership team. Participate actively in strategic decisions within the Medicine Service Line and drive the development and implementation of priority projects for critical care. Coordinate the recruitment of system intensivists and manage contracts with community intensivists, in partnership with Medicine Service Line and hospital leadership. Standardize and align critical care delivery and severity‑adjusted outcomes across all critical care and intermediate care units in the system. Collaborate with nursing, administrative, and medical leaders to develop new programs and services that align with the Medicine Service Line's objectives. Oversee operational aspects affecting adult critical care, including procurement, budget management, regulatory compliance, disaster planning, risk management, and research initiatives. Guide the development and management of an integrated TeleICU and bedside intensivist program. Partner with critical care nursing and administration to enhance patient outcomes, experiences, and staff retention. Collaborate with GME & UME to facilitate and foster an enriching learning environment for rotating medical students, residents, and fellows. Any other defined role per Inova Medicine Service Line leadership direction. Additional Requirements Work schedule: Varies Education: MD or DO from an accredited university medical school, completed ACGME residency training and subsequent fellowship, board eligible or board certified. Experience: Leadership experience as a Medical Staff Department Chair/Section Chief in the respective area preferred. Licensure: Current or eligibility for an unrestricted Virginia state medical license and DEA. Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of leadership experience in a level one trauma center. Experience with leading highly functional and integrated intensivist and advanced practice provider teams. Completion of a Critical Care and Pulmonology Fellowship. About Us We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we are a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best‑in‑class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better – to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. Equal Opportunity Employer Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nahse