Cardiovascular (CVICU) Intensivist - Houston Methodist

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer-?

Job summary

Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas seeks an American Board certified intensivist in Critical Care Medicine to lead care in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). Texas license, DEA, DPS required; strong interest in cardiovascular and critical care medicine.

The role emphasizes postoperative cardiac care, advanced hemodynamic monitoring and multidisciplinary education for learners. Collaborative environment with strong nursing support, competitive compensation, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• American Board certification in Critical Care Medicine.
• Texas Medical Licensure (MD) with DEA/DPS.
• Expertise in cardiovascular and critical care medicine.

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill cardiovascular patients in CVICU, including post-operative care.
• Collaborate with cardiovascular surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, nursing and APPs to deliver patient care.
• Educate medical students, residents, fellows and advanced practice providers rotating through the unit.

Skills

Cardiovascular Critical Care

Critical Care Medicine

Postoperative Cardiac Care

Education

Texas Medical Licensure

Job description

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated intensivist who is American Board certified in Critical Care Medicine, with State of Texas Medical Licensure, DEA, DPS, and a strong interest in Cardiovascular and Critical Care Medicine.

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Intensivist – Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated intensivist who is American Board certified in Cardiovascular Care Medicine, with State of Texas Medical Licensure, DEA, DPS, and a strong interest in Cardiovascular and Critical Care Medicine.

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is part of the Center for Critical Care at Houston Methodist Hospital, located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, the largest medical complex in the world. The CVICU is a high-acuity tertiary and quaternary care unit caring for complex cardiovascular surgical and medical patients, including post-operative cardiac surgery, advanced heart failure, cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support, heart and lung transplantation, ECMO, and other critically ill cardiovascular patients.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in the management of critically ill cardiovascular patients, including post-cardiac surgery care, advanced hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical circulatory support, intra-aortic balloon pump management, Impella management, VA and VV ECMO management, temporary ventricular assist devices, and pulmonary artery catheter interpretation. Additional expertise in general critical care medicine, including airway management, bedside procedures, and multisystem organ failure management, is also required.

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to multidisciplinary, team-based care and have a strong interest in the education of medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers who rotate through the unit. The intensivist will work collaboratively with cardiovascular surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, pharmacists, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, APPs, fellows, residents, and medical students to deliver exceptional patient care.

We offer a highly collaborative and collegial work environment with outstanding nursing support and significant opportunities for professional growth and academic development. The Department offers highly competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, CME support, and a comprehensive benefits package, including malpractice coverage, Defined Contribution Plan, 403(b) retirement investments with employer match, and medical and dental coverage for the physician and family.

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