Division Chief, Critical Care

Division Chief, Critical Care 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, Inova Health System seeks an experienced critical care leader to serve as System Division Chief for Critical Care, leading a collaborative, high‑performing team of over 100 physicians and advanced practice providers who care for cardiac and medical ICU patients across five Inova hospitals. 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. Critical Care Program Overview Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (IFMC) – Our flagship academic medical center and Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center. IFMC houses ~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. Inova Alexandria Hospital – 318‑bed community hospital with ~36 ICU beds, comprehensive critical care services. Inova Loudoun Hospital – 311‑bed facility with ~12 ICU beds, Level III NICU. Inova Fair Oaks Hospital – 174‑bed hospital with ~12 ICU beds, critical care for surgical and medical patients. Inova Mount Vernon Hospital – 237‑bed hospital with ~12 ICU beds, specialized ICU care. Featured Benefits Committed to Team Member Health: medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust wellness program. Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions from day one. 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: up to 25 mental‑health coaching or therapy sessions per person 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 ICU Medical Director leadership team and oversee critical care physicians across all care sites, including the TeleICU and five Inova hospitals. Matrixed management of 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 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 fellowship; board eligible or board certified. Experience: Leadership experience as a Medical Staff Department Chair/Section Chief in 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 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 safety, quality, and patient experience. 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—shaping 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