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ABCardio

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Orlando, FL · On-site

$250 - $350/hr

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist will report to the Department Chair of Cardiovascular Services and partner with a multidisciplinary team to care for pediatric patients with congenital and ...

Northshore

Intensivist Cardiac ICU

Naperville, IL · On-site

Intensivist - Cardiac ICU * Location: Naperville, Illinois * Hospital: Edward Hospital (309-bed tertiary care hospital) * ICU Type: Cardiac ICU (22 beds; co-located with a separate Neuro ICU service

Nemours-Children

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Orlando, FL · On-site

$250 - $300/hr

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist will report to the Department Chair of Cardiovascular Services and work in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team with primary responsibility of caring for ...

NorthShore

Intensivist--Cardiac ICU

Naperville, IL · On-site

Intensivist - Cardiac ICU * Location: Naperville, Illinois * Hospital: Edward Hospital (309-bed tertiary care hospital) * ICU Type: Cardiac ICU (22 beds; co-located with a separate Neuro ICU service

Piedmont Healthcare

Cardiac Intensivist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

In addition to supporting a 42-bed CVICU and 22-bed CCU, our cardiac intensivist group also runs a remote ECMO cannulation program. This program allows us to support hospitals in the greater Atlanta ...

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Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Oakland, CA · On-site

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist Openings at Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Exciting opportunity to develop and lead high-impact Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care. About Kaiser Oakland's Pediatric Heart ...

ABCardio

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Oakland, CA · On-site

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist Openings at Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Exciting opportunity to develop and lead high-impact Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care. About Kaiser Oakland's Pediatric Heart ...

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How much do cardiac intensivist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for cardiac intensivist in the United States is $379,312.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $370,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cardiac Intensivist job?

A Cardiac Intensivist is a physician who specializes in the intensive care of patients with severe cardiac conditions. They work in cardiac intensive care units (CICUs) and manage critically ill patients with heart failure, arrhythmias, post-cardiac surgery recovery, and other life-threatening cardiovascular issues. Their role includes interpreting diagnostic tests, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and making urgent decisions to stabilize patients. Typically trained in cardiology, critical care, or both, they use advanced technologies like mechanical circulatory support and ECMO. Their goal is to provide specialized, life-saving treatment for the most complex heart cases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cardiac Intensivist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cardiac Intensivist, you need comprehensive expertise in critical care, cardiology, and advanced life support, generally acquired through a medical degree, residency, and specialized fellowship training. Board certification in cardiology or critical care, proficiency with cardiac monitoring equipment, ECMO, and electronic medical records are typically required. Strong decision-making, effective communication, and the ability to work under pressure make candidates stand out in this high-stakes specialty. These skills are vital for ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless collaboration in fast-paced, multidisciplinary cardiac intensive care environments.

What is a typical workday like for a Cardiac Intensivist in a hospital setting?

A typical day for a Cardiac Intensivist involves managing critically ill cardiac patients in the intensive care unit, conducting patient rounds, and collaborating closely with cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and respiratory therapists. You may perform advanced procedures such as hemodynamic monitoring, oversee mechanical circulatory support devices, and rapidly respond to medical emergencies. Expect a dynamic environment requiring frequent interdisciplinary communication and quick clinical decision-making to address rapidly changing patient conditions. Shifts can be demanding, often including nights and weekends, but provide opportunities for ongoing learning and significant impact on patient care and outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Cardiac Intensivist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $379,312 per year, or $182.4 per hour.
PHYSICIAN - CARDIAC INTENSIVIST

PHYSICIAN - CARDIAC INTENSIVIST

Aultman Health Foundation

Canton, OH

Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 8 hours ago

Job description

Employed Cardiac Intensivist Opportunity – Northeast Ohio

Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital’s heart services include the full spectrum of care from EP, interventional cardiology, structural heart, peripheral vascular disease, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiothoracic surgery.  The Heart & Vascular Hospital houses 56 CCU rooms, 40 CV surgical beds, two EP labs, four cardiac catheterization labs, four CVORs, and a hybrid OR. The program is striving to exceed 600 cardiac cases annually!

ADHVH is Nationally Recognized for their work in a variety of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular specialties. Including America’s 50 Best hospitals for Vascular Surgery in 2022 in the areas of quality outcomes in carotid surgery, AAA repair and extremity bypass. The Advanced Heart Failure, Structural Heart and Endovascular programs are rapidly growing. Our is the market leader in cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgery. ADHVH has their sights set on continued growth in quality and volume. A top-notch Cardiac Intensivist team is key to achieving that goal. 

We are looking to expand our cardiothoracic critical care services. The prospective candidate will join a collaborative team of cardiologists, surgeons, advanced practice provides and bedside staff. We are seeking to recruit outstanding Intensivists to joining the Heart and Vascular Hospital in the cardiovascular surgical (CVSICU) and cardiac medical ICU (CCU) that is dedicated to quality outcomes and a team approach to patient care. 

Experience & Requirements

Experience in fellowship training or as an attending with critically complex cardiac and cardiovascular patients is required. Candidates will be expected to be proficient with standard intensivist care procedures (central lines, arterial lines, S-Q catheter, chest tube insertion, etc.). responsibilities will include managing patients after cardiovascular surgery and advanced complex cardiac medical patients alongside a team of NPs, fellows, attendings and surgeons.   

Applicants must be Board Certified in Critical Care Medicine. Physicians who may wish to divide their efforts between Critical Care and a primary specialty (e.g. Anesthesiology) are encouraged to apply.  

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

  • Co-employed cardiology group of 22 cardiologists covering sixteen offices and seven hospitals in six counties
  • Highly competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive health care plan
  • Excellent signing bonus
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Relocation expense, CME allowance
  • Generous paid time off


About Our Health System, Aultman Hospital & Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital

  • U.S. News and World Report – Best Hospitals
  • Magnet Designation for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
  • Serving Stark and surrounding counties since 1892
  • Licensed for more than 800 beds with more than 40 different medical specialties and 607 active physicians
  • Independent 3-hospital system with locations in 6 counties; Hospitalist team serves only main campus in Canton
  • Not-for-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status
  • Multiple Medical Education programs including Internal Medicine residency and General and Interventional cardiology fellowships
  • Regional campus to Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)

COMMUNITY

  • Arts district in Downtown Canton
  • Cleveland Orchestra only 50 minutes away
  • Broadway shows at Cleveland’s Playhouse Square
  • Professional baseball, football, hockey and basketball an hour away
  • Public schools top-ranked in the state
  • International airports less than 2 hours away
  • Blossom, outdoor amphitheater, 45 minutes north
  • Akron-Canton (CAK) regional airport with nonstop service to Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Florida, Boston and New York

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