Intensivist--Cardiac ICU

About the role

The purpose of this position is to provide high-quality, appropriate, and cost-effective critical care to patients in the Cardiac ICU, with a primary focus on post–cardiac surgery and complex cardiovascular disease. This role offers a daytime-only schedule within a highly collaborative and well-supported care model.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical care management for post–cardiac surgery and complex cardiology patients
• Lead multidisciplinary rounds for Cardiac ICU patients
• Collaborate closely with:
• Cardiac surgery
• Cardiology (interventional, heart failure, electrophysiology)
• APC colleagues and ICU nursing staff
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat critically ill cardiovascular patients
• Supervise and support APCs involved in cardiac ICU care
• Exercise independent medical judgment in all aspects of patient care
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, procedures, and therapeutic interventions
• Prescribe evidence-based therapies for critically ill cardiac patients
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Epic
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and program development
• Contribute to education of staff, trainees, and learners as assigned

Requirements

• MD or DO Fellowship training in Critical Care Medicine
• Cardiac Critical Care, Pulmonary/Critical Care, Anesthesia Critical Care, or equivalent experience
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care Medicine
• Active Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain)
• Current DEA registration
• ACLS certification

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary cardiac care team

Skills

• Excellent clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: 250-325 hourly based on experience
• Daytime-only intensivist schedule (no required nights)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Retail plans with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program incentives
• Free on-site parking
• Community involvement opportunities