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

Location: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group
6565 Fannin St., Houston TX, 77030
Job Ref:
JR-8578
Job Shift:
Day
Job Type:
Full Time
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 Critical 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.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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