ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Virtual Intensivist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Houston Methodist

The intensivists are supported in the ICU with 24/7 in-house fellows, APP assistance, and virtual intensivist support at night. Intensivists work a 12-hour shift-based schedule with 24/7 in-house ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsHealthcare JobsMedical Specialists JobsEmergency Room Technician JobsVirtual Intensivist Jobs

Virtual Intensivist information

See salary details

$368.5K

$379.3K

$400K

How much do virtual intensivist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual 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 virtual intensivist?

A Virtual Intensivist is a critical care physician who remotely monitors and manages ICU patients using telemedicine technology. They collaborate with on-site healthcare teams to provide real-time consultations, interpret patient data, and guide treatment decisions. This role helps extend intensivist expertise to hospitals with limited critical care staffing, improving patient outcomes. Virtual Intensivists use advanced monitoring systems, video conferencing, and electronic health records to deliver high-quality ICU care from a remote location.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a virtual intensivist?

To thrive as a Virtual Intensivist, you need board certification in critical care medicine, extensive ICU experience, and strong clinical decision-making abilities. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, remote monitoring systems, and secure EHR usage is essential, along with applicable state licensure. Outstanding communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills are vital for effective virtual collaboration and patient care coordination. These capabilities ensure you can deliver high-quality, timely care to critically ill patients in remote settings while working efficiently with multidisciplinary teams.

What unique challenges do virtual intensivists face when providing remote critical care, and how are they addressed?

One of the main challenges Virtual Intensivists encounter is managing critically ill patients without being physically present, which requires exceptional skills in interpreting remote data and guiding on-site staff. Effective communication and coordination with bedside teams are crucial for ensuring accurate assessments and timely interventions. Additionally, Virtual Intensivists must stay proficient with evolving telehealth technologies and protocols. Healthcare organizations typically provide robust virtual platforms and ongoing training to support these clinicians, enabling them to deliver high-quality care regardless of physical location.

More about Virtual Intensivist jobs

What cities are hiring for Virtual Intensivist jobs?

Cities with the most Virtual Intensivist job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Intensivist jobs?

The most popular types of Intensivist jobs are:

What states have the most Virtual Intensivist jobs?

States with the most job openings for Virtual Intensivist jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Virtual Intensivist jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Virtual Intensivist jobs are:

Virtual Intensivist jobs near you
Infographic showing various Virtual Intensivist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 52% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 46% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $379,312 per year, or $182.4 per hour.

CICU Intensivist - Houston Methodist

Houston, TX

Houston Methodist Physician Organization
See more jobs at Houston Methodist Physician Organizationexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Critical Care physician to join our growing team as a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Intensivist at Houston Methodist Hospital in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world.

CICU Intensivist Job Description

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated intensivist who is American Board of Internal Medicine certified in Critical Care, with State of Texas Medical Licensure, DEA, DPS and an interest in Cardiac and Critical Care Medicine.

The Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) is a part of the Center for Critical Care at Houston Methodist Hospital, which is located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, the largest medical complex in the world. The CICU is a 30-bed unit which treats acute cardiac patients with a wide variety of illnesses including ACS, advanced heart failure, atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, post-cardiac arrest, and post-atrial and ventricular ablation. We also manage pre-transplant patients listed for heart transplants.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing critical care and cardiac cases including the management of advanced heart failure mechanical support, such as intra-aortic balloon pump management, Impella management, ECMO management, and the use of right heart catheterization. Additional expertise in general critical care, including airway management, is also required.

The candidate must have an interest in the education of students, residents, and fellows who rotate through the unit, and must be at ease working with a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative fashion managing the critically ill patient. The intensivists are supported in the ICU with 24/7 in-house fellows, APP assistance, and virtual intensivist support at night. Intensivists work a 12-hour shift-based schedule with 24/7 in-house intensivist coverage.

Successful applicants will be eligible to apply for a Clinical Instructor teaching appointment with our academic affiliate, Weill Cornell Medical College.

We have a very inviting work environment, great nursing staff and an opportunity for tremendous growth and experience. The Department offers highly competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, CME, and a comprehensive benefits package, including malpractice insurances, a Defined Contribution Plan, 403(b) investments with match, as well as medical and dental coverage for applicant and family.

Interested candidates, please forward a copy of your CV to Welch_MDrecruitment.org

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.

Apply