Full-time Intensivist (Physician #)

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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). 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.

Provide advanced life support, including mechanical ventilation and vasoactive medications.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Extensive knowledge of pediatric pathophysiology, pharmacology, and intensive care procedures.

Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with medical teams and families.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children’s, from clinical and non‑clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement matching

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