Pediatric - Critical Care Medicine Physician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician!

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the lives of critically ill children? At Rady Children's Health-Orange County, we are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join our dynamic team. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a leading children's hospital affiliated with the University of California, Irvine, where your expertise will shine in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician, you will:

• Provide exceptional inpatient care to pediatric cardiac ICU patients from birth to young adulthood.
• Engage in clinical care, research, education, and administrative duties.
• Participate in shared rotating night and weekend call.
• Explore opportunities in research, advocacy, palliative care, quality improvement, informatics, and fellowship education.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Be fellowship trained and board certified or board eligible in pediatric critical care and pediatric cardiology.
• Hold eligibility for a California medical license.
• Consider candidates with significant cardiac ICU experience or those who have completed a fourth year of dedicated cardiac ICU training.

About Us

At CHOC Specialists, we are a private pediatric subspecialty group with over 350 physicians and advanced practice providers across 26 pediatric subspecialties. Our practice is located at Rady Children's Hospital - Orange County (RCHOC), recognized as one of the best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. We are committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach, and groundbreaking research.

In 2023, we launched a unique collaboration with UCLA Health to enhance access to world-class pediatric cardiac and cardiothoracic care. This partnership aims to attract top experts and advance innovation, research, and education in pediatric heart care.

Why Choose Rady Children's Health?

RCHOC has received numerous accolades, including:

• The Gold Level CAPE Award from the California Council of Excellence.
• Magnet designation for nursing excellence.
• The Beacon Award for Excellence in 2022 for our exceptional critical care.
• Recognition as an ELSO Platinum Center of Excellence.

In February 2025, we will expand our capabilities with a new, state-of-the-art 24-bed CVICU, further enhancing our commitment to high-quality care.

Life in Orange County

Experience the beauty of Orange County, California, known for its warm climate, stunning beaches, and vibrant entertainment options. With average temperatures over 70 degrees year-round, you’ll enjoy a lifestyle that balances work and play.

What We Offer

We provide an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation.
• CME allowance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• A 401k Retirement Plan with employer contributions independent of salary deductions.

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care to pediatric patients. At Rady Children's Health, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Keywords:

pediatric critical care, cardiac intensivist, pediatric cardiology, pediatric cardiac ICU, inpatient care, clinical research, medical education, quality improvement, pediatric healthcare, team collaboration