Pediatric Intensivist

The Nemours Foundation; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage assistance

Relocation packages

403B with employer match

457 retirement savings plans

Licensure, CME and dues allowance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Nemours Children’s Health in Pensacola, Florida, seeks Pediatric Intensivists to join our PICU team, delivering evidence-based, family-centered care to critically ill infants, children and adolescents in a collaborative environment.

Successful candidates will perform invasive procedures, work with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to education, research, and quality improvement while enjoying a supportive, not-for-profit system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO is the required degree and certification path.
• Board eligibility or certification in pediatric critical care is expected.
• Unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA eligibility required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Perform invasive procedures such as central line placement and intubation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists and other professionals to plan care.
• Communicate clearly with families and provide emotional support.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and patient safety standards.

Skills

communication skills

multidisciplinary teamwork

critical care understanding

Education

MD or DO

Board eligible/certified in pediatric critical care

Unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA

Job description

Nemours Children’s Health is seeking Pediatric Intensivists to join our team in Pensacola, Florida.

Successful candidates will provide comprehensive care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary team environment that includes pediatric physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, pharmacists and nutritionists.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct care for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of life-threatening conditions
• Perform invasive procedures such as central line placement, intubation, chest tube insertion, and other critical care interventions
• Collaborate with specialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Participate in family-centered care, offering clear communication and emotional support to patients and families
• Comply with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety practices

What We Offer:

• No state income tax in Florida
• Competitive compensation
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Board eligible/certified in area of specialty
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

If you’re looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.

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About Us

Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children’s health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 19746
• Posting Date 08/05/2026, 07:32 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 8331 N Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32514, US (On-site)
• Salary Range Required (Used only for NJ and remote postings} NA