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Hagerty Consulting Inc

NY · On-site

$70 - $110/hr

Develop critical response documents, such as Incident Action Plan (IAP) drafts and branch work assignments, coordinating input from multiple emergency operations center (EOC)/joint field office (JFO ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for critical response in the United States is $20.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a critical response?

Critical response jobs are positions that involve immediate action in high-pressure situations to address emergencies, crises, or urgent incidents. These roles can include first responders like paramedics, firefighters, police officers, emergency management personnel, and specialized crisis intervention teams. Individuals in critical response jobs are trained to assess situations quickly, make rapid decisions, and provide essential services to protect life, property, and public safety. The work often requires specialized training, emotional resilience, and the ability to collaborate with other responders. These roles are essential for effective disaster response and public safety operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a critical response professional?

To thrive as a Critical Response professional, you need strong situational assessment, crisis management, and decision-making skills, often supported by relevant certifications such as EMT, law enforcement, or crisis intervention training. Familiarity with emergency communication systems, incident management software, and specialized safety equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, composure under pressure, and teamwork are essential soft skills for effectively managing high-stress incidents. These skills ensure rapid, coordinated, and effective responses that protect individuals and minimize harm during emergencies.

How does the critical response team typically coordinate with other departments during high-pressure incidents?

During high-pressure incidents, the Critical Response team collaborates closely with security, operations, and executive leadership to ensure a swift, unified response. Team members are often responsible for real-time communication, sharing updates, and clarifying roles to minimize confusion. This collaboration may involve scheduled debriefs, use of emergency communication tools, and adherence to established protocols. Being comfortable working cross-functionally and adapting to rapidly changing situations is essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Critical Response vs Emergency Response?

AspectCritical ResponseEmergency Response
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Crisis ManagementCPR, First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Work EnvironmentSecurity incidents, crisis situations, high-stress environmentsAccidents, medical emergencies, disaster sites
Industry UsageSecurity, law enforcement, crisis managementHealthcare, public safety, disaster response

Critical Response focuses on managing security threats and crises, often in security or law enforcement settings, requiring crisis management skills. Emergency Response involves immediate medical or safety actions during accidents or disasters, typically requiring medical certifications like EMT. Both roles operate in high-stress environments but differ in their primary focus and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Critical Response job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,185 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Code Response & Advanced Airway Physician

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians

Mission Hill, MA

$350K - $470K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Harvard Medical Faculty Group (HMFP)
New England Baptist Hospital (NEBH) / Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)

Harvard Medical Faculty Group (HMFP) is hiring a code response and advanced airway nocturnist for the New England Baptist Hospital (NEBH) campus. NEBH is a specialty hospital in Boston with a focus on orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and complex surgical care. The position is for a BC/BE physician with demonstrated expertise in advanced airway management and care of acutely ill patients to join a newly established Overnight Code Response & Airway Management Team. This is primarily an overnight clinical position providing in-house coverage on the NEBH campus, with opportunities for additional critical care daytime coverage.

This physician will serve as the overnight Code Response leader for NEBH, providing advanced airway management, code leadership, and rapid response support for all patients on campus, including both NEBH and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-licensed inpatient beds which are co-located on the NEBH campus. The role is fully clinical and is central to ensuring safe, timely, and consistent care for patients with increasing medical complexity in a predominantly orthopedic and surgical environment.

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Serve as overnight Code Blue team leader for all inpatient units on the NEBH campus
  • Provide emergent and urgent airway management, including endotracheal intubation and advanced rescue techniques
  • Respond to Rapid Response Team activations and support bedside management of clinically deteriorating patients
  • Collaborate closely with overnight hospitalists, nursing, respiratory therapy, and other care team members.
  • Assist with stabilization and triage of critically ill patients, including facilitation of ICU transfer as needed
  • Support safe overnight clinical operations in a mixed medical and surgical patient population
  • Ensure compliance with ACLS and institutional protocols.
  • Participate in quality improvement and post-event reviews.

Practice Environment

  • In-house overnight coverage with 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
  • Team-based model including a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse and Respiratory Therapist
  • No wRVU requirements or quota
  • Focused exclusively on acute response and airway management, without routine outpatient duties

Qualifications

  • Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary/Critical Care, or a related specialty
  • Proven competency in emergent airway management and management of acutely ill, hospitalized patients
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to function as a team leader during high-acuity events
  • Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

About New England Baptist Hospital

New England Baptist Hospital, a member hospital of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a national leader in orthopedic and musculoskeletal care, known for outstanding clinical outcomes, patient experience, and safety. NEBH serves as a tertiary referral center for complex surgical patients and increasingly cares for medically complex inpatients requiring reliable overnight critical response capabilities. The hospital values teamwork, innovation, and a culture of patient-centered care.

Pay Range:

$350,000 - $470,000

The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.

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