Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) - Intensivist (Camden, NJ)

Virtua Health

1d•$445,000•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Medical Group is seeking a full-time CVICU Intensivist to join its cardiovascular program at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. The physician will provide critical care to critically ill cardiovascular patients in a collaborative, high-acuity setting, working with cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, advanced heart failure, and multidisciplinary critical care teams. The role includes managing complex cardiac patients, including those with advanced heart failure, cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support needs, and complications following cardiac surgery. Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital has a comprehensive cardiovascular program, including advanced heart failure services and a DNV-accredited Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) program. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and collaboration across an integrated health system. The posted minimum base salary is $445,000 per year; final compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and prevailing market factors.

Requirements

MD or DO.
Completion of an accredited residency and fellowship training appropriate to the position.
Board certification or board eligibility in an appropriate specialty, such as Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, or Anesthesiology with Critical Care fellowship training.
New Jersey medical license or eligibility for New Jersey licensure.
Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cardiovascular critical care, cardiogenic shock, and mechanical circulatory support.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive critical care management for patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).
Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, advanced heart failure specialists, advanced practice providers, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Manage complex cardiovascular conditions, including cardiogenic shock, acute decompensated heart failure, and patients requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory support.
Participate in clinical decision-making, care coordination, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
Support evidence-based practices and the continued development of a high-performing cardiovascular critical care program.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Paid time off and paid sick leave as provided under applicable state and local laws.
Retirement benefits, including a 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement).
Medical and prescription insurance.
Dental and vision insurance.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Short-term disability and optional long-term disability.
Colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Tuition assistance.
Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.
Opportunities for professional development and collaboration across an integrated health system.