Pediatric Intensivist

Shriners Children's•Galveston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children's is seeking a full-time Pediatric Intensivist to join our team at Shriners Children's Texas in Galveston. In this role, the intensivist will provide comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients in a 15-bed PICU, with a primary focus on high-acuity burn cases. The unit also manages a range of complex conditions, including septic shock, cardiogenic shock, respiratory failure, and ARDS, along with select orthopedic cases such as spine and osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). Patients are frequently referred from across the region as well as internationally, including Mexico and Central America, resulting in a medically complex and diverse patient population. The position follows a 7-on/7-off schedule. During their service week, intensivists provide in-house coverage during the day and take home call overnight. Nighttime care within the unit is supported by a strong in-house team, including Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), UTMB residents, and a burn fellow, all of whom remain in-house overnight, with the fellow serving as an additional layer of clinical support. The PICU is supported by six APPs who provide 24/7 in-house coverage across days, nights, weekends, and holidays, working in close collaboration with the physician team. Clinical responsibilities include direct patient care as well as procedural support, such as sedation and central line placement. The unit maintains an average daily census of 4–8 patients, allowing for a balance of high-acuity care and manageable patient volumes. In addition to clinical duties, this role offers meaningful academic opportunities, including teaching medical students, residents, and fellows through daily rounds and didactics, as well as the ability to participate in clinical and translational research initiatives. This is a 1.0 FTE position, with compensation ranging from $297,000 to $430,000, based on years of post-fellowship experience and departmental equity.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Successful completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Pediatrics
Successful completion of a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Minimum 1-3 years of post-fellowship or equivalent clinical experience in pediatric critical care medicine preferred; recent fellowship graduates will be considered based on training and clinical exposure
Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice
Must possess eligibility for active DEA
Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws
Extensive knowledge of pediatric pathophysiology, pharmacology, and intensive care procedures
Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with medical teams and families

Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic critical illnesses in pediatric patients.
Provide advanced life support, including mechanical ventilation and vasoactive medications.
Perform critical procedures such as intubation, central line placement, arterial catheterization, and lumbar punctures.
Coordinate with pediatric subspecialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Work closely with surgical teams to stabilize critically ill patients.
Discuss diagnosis, treatment plans, and prognosis with patients' families in a compassionate and clear manner.
Provide emotional support and guidance for families dealing with critical illness.
Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in pediatric critical care medicine.
Participate in clinical research, quality improvement projects, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
Ensure adherence to hospital policies, patient safety protocols, and ethical standards of care.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
Relocation assistance
School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Tuition Reimbursement
Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.