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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Pediatric Critical Care Physician
Description
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We are looking for a dedicated Pediatric Critical Care Physician to join our multidisciplinary team in providing exceptional care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. The Pediatric Critical Care Physician will be responsible for the management of patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), delivering advanced life support, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role requires expertise in pediatric resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and the management of complex medical and surgical conditions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach to patient and family care. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, and participating in family conferences and ethical decision-making. The physician will also be expected to contribute to quality improvement initiatives, participate in the education of residents and fellows, and remain current with advances in pediatric critical care medicine. The position may involve night and weekend shifts, as well as on-call responsibilities. Successful candidates will be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and possess a valid medical license. Experience in a tertiary care setting and familiarity with the latest technologies in critical care are highly desirable. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
- Perform advanced life support and resuscitation procedures
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, surgeons, and specialists
- Communicate effectively with patients’ families regarding care plans and prognosis
- Participate in family conferences and ethical decision-making
- Supervise and educate residents, fellows, and medical students
- Contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
- Participate in on-call rotations, including nights and weekends
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
- Valid and unrestricted medical license
- Completion of a pediatric residency and critical care fellowship
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in pediatric critical care
- Experience with advanced life support and mechanical ventilation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Experience in a tertiary care or academic medical center preferred
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Are you board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine?
- Do you have experience working in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit?
- Describe your experience with advanced life support and resuscitation.
- How do you approach communication with families during critical situations?
- What quality improvement initiatives have you participated in?
- Are you comfortable supervising and teaching residents and fellows?
- Do you have experience with mechanical ventilation and hemodynamic monitoring?
- Are you willing to participate in night and weekend on-call rotations?
- How do you stay current with advances in pediatric critical care?
- What is your approach to ethical decision-making in critical care?
