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Emplify Health

Pediatric Intensivist

La Crosse, WI · On-site

Our organization is on the lookout for a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Intensivist to become part of our collaborative and passionate team in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Your Role at a Glance

Trinity Health

$159K - $985K/yr

Pediatric Intensivist Our organization is on the lookout for Board Eligible or Board Certified Pediatric Intensivists to become part of our Department of Pediatrics. Alongside clinical ...

Pediatrix

Pediatric Intensivist

Richmond, VA · On-site

Qualifications BC/BE Pediatric Intensivist Benefits and Compensation Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation. Take great ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for pediatric intensivist in the United States is $251,599.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $180,000.00 and $316,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Pediatric Intensivist is a specialized physician who cares for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). They manage life-threatening conditions such as severe infections, trauma, organ failure, and post-surgical complications. Their role includes providing advanced treatments like mechanical ventilation, complex monitoring, and coordinating a multidisciplinary team. Pediatric Intensivists work in hospitals and are available around the clock to respond to emergencies and ensure the best possible outcomes for critically ill children.

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

To thrive as a Pediatric Intensivist, you need advanced knowledge in pediatric medicine, critical care, and clinical decision-making, typically acquired through medical school, pediatric residency, and pediatric critical care fellowship training, along with board certification. Familiarity with advanced life support protocols (PALS), ventilator management, central line placement, and the use of electronic health record systems is essential. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and stress-management skills help in providing compassionate care and leading multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure situations. These abilities are crucial for ensuring optimal outcomes for critically ill children and for delivering family-centered care in complex clinical environments.

What does a typical workday look like for a Pediatric Intensivist?

A typical workday for a Pediatric Intensivist involves rounding on patients in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), assessing critically ill children, managing complex medical cases, and making time-sensitive decisions. You will collaborate closely with nurses, respiratory therapists, subspecialists, and families to coordinate care plans and ensure the best possible outcomes. The role often includes participating in medical emergencies, teaching residents or fellows, and communicating regularly with patients' families to provide updates and emotional support. Pediatric Intensivists usually work long shifts that may include nights and weekends, reflecting the 24/7 needs of critically ill patients.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Intensivist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Locum Tenens, 21% As Needed, 16% Full Time, and 42% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $251,599 per year, or $121 per hour.
Pediatric Intensivist - Austin, TX

Pediatric Intensivist - Austin, TX

Pediatrix

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Pediatrix rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

593rd of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview

Seeking Pediatric Intensivist in Austin, TX

 ranked #1 as best places to live by US News!

Responsibilities

Exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Intensivist to join our growing practice at North Austin Medical Center.

  • 6-bed PICU and 10-bed pediatric floor
  • A team of 3 intensivists and 4 pediatric hospitalists
  • Responsibilities include admissions and patient management, consultation with families and referring physicians
  • Excellent Sub-specialty support is available, peds ID, peds GI, peds pulmonology, some peds cardiology, but complex cardio issues get transferred out
  • Day shifts are 7am-5pm and nights are 5pm-7am with night shifts from home.  Must come in for all admissions, consults, patient emergencies.  Physicians come in about 40% of the nights that they are on call
  • Affiliated with Texas A&M School of Medicine with opportunities to work with medical students at every level, and we are the primary site for the pediatrics clerkship.  

Austin is the capital of Texas and is the 11th-largest city in the United States and the fourth largest city in the state of Texas and has earned a reputation as one of the best places to live in the nation. It is a community that offers reasonably priced housing, a safe environment, solid schools, healthy and charming neighborhoods and big-city amenities at a small-town pace. With a mild climate and 228 days of sunshine a year, there are plenty of opportunities to get outdoors for fitness, recreation and relaxation. With a thriving economy and no state income tax, Austin offers an unmatched quality of life for everyone.

Qualifications

  BC/BE Pediatric Intensivist

Benefits and Compensation

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package with many locations offering sign on bonuses and relocation.

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

  • Health Insurance including prescription drugs
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term disability options
  • Employee stock purchase program - 15% discount*
  • 401k with company match**
  • Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
  • Identity Protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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