ICU Intensivist: Pulmonary & Critical Care

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington is seeking an ICU physician dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. The role involves diagnosing, managing, and treating patients in the Intensive Care Unit, providing expert management of life-threatening conditions.

Ideal candidates must be licensed to practice in Louisiana and board-certified in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential in this team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
• Board Certified in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine is preferred.
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through ILCOR courses.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, manage, and treat patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
• Provide expert management of life-threatening conditions.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
• Participate in teaching and quality improvement activities.

Skills

ICU procedures expertise

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Patient care and procedural skills

Communication skills

Education

Board Certified in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine

Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Current BLS and ALS certifications

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington is seeking an ICU physician dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. The role involves diagnosing, managing, and treating patients in the Intensive Care Unit, providing expert management of life-threatening conditions.

Ideal candidates must be licensed to practice in Louisiana and board-certified in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential in this team-based environment.