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Medical City Children's Hospital seeks a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join its growing cardiac critical care team of eleven physicians and eight nurse practitioners. The successful candidate will ...

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How much do pediatric cardiac intensivist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for pediatric cardiac intensivist in the United States is $199,696.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,000.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pediatric cardiac intensivist?

A Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist is a specialized physician who cares for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents with heart conditions in intensive care units. They have advanced training in both pediatric cardiology and critical care medicine, allowing them to manage complex cardiac surgeries, congenital heart defects, and life-threatening heart problems. These doctors work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other specialists to provide round-the-clock care and support for children with severe heart conditions. Their expertise ensures the best possible outcomes for young patients undergoing intensive cardiac treatment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pediatric cardiac intensivist?

To thrive as a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist, you need advanced expertise in pediatric critical care and cardiology, typically supported by medical school, pediatric residency, and fellowships in both pediatric cardiology and critical care medicine, along with board certification. Proficiency with advanced cardiac life support (PALS), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and critical care monitoring systems is essential. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills help you manage high-stress situations and support families during complex care. These competencies are crucial to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care to critically ill children with complex cardiac conditions.

What are some common challenges faced by pediatric cardiac intensivists when managing multidisciplinary teams in the ICU?

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivists often work closely with a diverse team including surgeons, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other specialists. Coordinating care among these professionals can be challenging, especially when managing complex post-operative patients or rapidly evolving clinical situations. Clear communication, collaborative decision-making, and adaptability are essential to ensure the best outcomes for critically ill children. Additionally, intensivists must balance high-acuity patient care with supporting and mentoring junior staff and trainees.

What is the difference between Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist vs Pediatric Critical Care Physician?

AspectPediatric Cardiac Intensivist
CredentialsMD, Pediatric Residency, Cardiology and Critical Care Fellowships
Work EnvironmentCardiac ICU, specialized in congenital and acquired heart conditions in children
Employer & IndustryHospitals, specialized cardiac centers, pediatric hospitals
FocusManagement of complex cardiac conditions in critically ill children

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist specializes in managing critically ill children with heart conditions, focusing on cardiac-specific issues within the pediatric intensive care unit. In contrast, a Pediatric Critical Care Physician has a broader scope, managing various critical illnesses in children, not limited to cardiac cases. Both roles require similar training but differ in their specialized focus and patient population.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 5% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $199,696 per year, or $96 per hour.

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Nemours Children's Health

Orlando, FL

Full-time

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Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to work at our free-standing Children's Hospital in Orlando. 

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 pediatric patients with congenital and non-congenital cardiovascular problems in a dedicated pediatric cardiac critical care unit. 

The cardiac critical care unit has 20 beds with 24-hour APP coverage. This position involves consulting with patients, performing tests, prescribing treatment for chronic conditions and when necessary, referring to an Interventional Cardiologist or Cardiovascular Surgeon for intervention.  The physician will report to the Department Chair for their academic, clinical, research and administrative activities related to the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Service provided in support of the mission and strategic direction of the Nemours Cardiac Center.  The physician serves as a member of the Cardiac Critical Care team, ensuring the successful integration of Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care services into the Cardiac Center's overall business plan. This includes contributing to the development and implementation of the Cardiac Center's strategic plan, ensuring all policies, programs and initiatives are followed and are consistent and supportive of the Cardiac Center's mission, vision, and values. 

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist has organizational collaborative relationships with the following: The Cardiac Center Vice Chair, other Pediatric Cardiac Intensivists, Division Chiefs, Medical Directors, Nursing and Administrative leaders and Faculty members within the Florida Cardiac Center; Cardiac Center Clinical and Administrative Support staff; and other faculty members within the Nemours System.

Nemours Children's Cardiac Center, Florida

Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida is home to our nationally recognized pediatric cardiac center, providing comprehensive care for children with congenital and acquired heart conditions. The center integrates advanced clinical services, research, and innovation to deliver exceptional outcomes and family-centered care.

Our cardiac center offers a full spectrum of services, including fetal cardiology, pediatric and adult congenital cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure management, and complex cardiac surgery. The surgical program performs more than 125 pediatric heart surgeries annually, encompassing a wide range of procedures from neonatal repairs to single-ventricle and complex congenital cases. Outcomes are rigorously tracked and benchmarked against national standards, reflecting the center's commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Our center is distinguished by its advanced imaging and diagnostic capabilities, including 3D echocardiography, cardiac MRI, cardiac CT, and ICAEL-accredited echocardiography laboratories. The center's 3D printing lab produces patient-specific heart models to support surgical planning, simulation, and family education, enhancing precision and communication.

Research is an integral component of the cardiac center, with a dedicated Cardiovascular Services Research Department supporting basic, translational, and clinical investigations. Projects focus on epigenetics, AI and data analytics, imaging innovation, and neurodevelopmental outcomes, ensuring that clinical practice is informed by the latest scientific evidence. The program maintains a CAP-accredited biobank of cardiac specimens and participates in national registries and research networks, advancing knowledge in congenital heart disease.

Our heart center emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, bringing together surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, imaging specialists, anesthesiologists, and allied health professionals. This integrated approach ensures seamless care from prenatal diagnosis through adulthood and provides a supportive environment for families navigating complex heart conditions.

With a commitment to innovation, research, and family-centered care, our cardiac center combines clinical excellence with the resources and infrastructure needed to support ongoing advancement in pediatric cardiology. Its focus on high-quality outcomes, multidisciplinary collaboration, and cutting-edge technology positions the program as a leader in pediatric cardiac care.

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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.
Learn more at Nemours.org.
At Nemours Children's, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.
We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida
Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida is a 130-bed, state-of-the-art pediatric hospital located in Lake Nona Medical City, one of the nation's premier health and life sciences communities.
In the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, the hospital is nationally ranked in diabetes and endocrinology, orthopedics, pulmonology and lung surgery, and pediatric behavioral health.
An accredited Graduate Medical Education site and partner of the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Nemours continues a multimillion-dollar expansion in Orlando to increase specialty programs, surgical services, and access for Florida's rapidly growing pediatric population.
Orlando, FL/Lake Nona Medical City
Lake Nona is one of the nation's fastest-growing, master-planned communities and a premier destination for healthcare innovation. Home to Medical City, it brings together top hospitals, research institutions, and technology companies in one collaborative ecosystem.
Residents enjoy modern residential neighborhoods, A-rated schools, championship golf courses, state-of-the-art sports and performance facilities, and a vibrant dining and retail scene. With year-round sunshine, close proximity to Orlando International Airport and world-renowned attractions, Lake Nona offers an unmatched combination of professional opportunity, wellness, and lifestyle.

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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics, primary care practices, and school-based health centers in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children - even those who may never enter our doors - through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts.

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Headquarters location

Jacksonville, FL, US

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