Critical Care Physician Jobs
Critical Care Physician jobs are open across hospitals, academic medical centers, and health systems, from early-attending to department chief level, with specializations in pulmonary critical care, surgical critical care, and neurological critical care. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Practice at the Top of Your License as a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Great Falls, Montana
Deliver patient-centered care that makes a difference. In this role, you will collaborate with a skilled team, contribute to clinical excellence, and enjoy opportunities for professional growth—all while serving the Great Falls community.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our team of Advanced Practice Providers and tele-ICU physicians to provide exceptional patient care resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Board Certified Physician Assistant.
- Two years of experience as an independent provider in the ICU (with procedure logs).
- Montana Physician Assistants must demonstrate completion of 8,000 or more documented practice hours.
- Active Montana license and DEA preferred.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- ICU coverage is 12-hour day Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. working in collaboration with Sound tele-ICU physician.
- Average of 15 shifts per month, modified block shift schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- 10-bed surgical ICU with cardiothoracic patients and observation ICU patients, estimated 8 encounters per day.
- Work collaboratively with the cardiothoracic surgeon, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, consultants and other hospital team members to deliver high quality, evidence-based critical care services.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and implement patient treatment plans.
- Perform bedside procedures within scope of practice including central line and arterial line placement and intubation. Manage mechanical ventilation in collaboration with respiratory therapy.
- Participate in goals of care discussions and family communication.
- Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives as determined.
Living and Working in Great Falls
Great Falls, Montana offers something for everyone – scenic beauty, outdoor adventure and a vibrant arts scene. The city of 60,000 residents is surrounded by 4 mountain ranges, 3 rivers, 2 wilderness areas and 53 miles of scenic trails along the Missouri River. Great Falls is located halfway between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park, making this centrally located city accessible and convenient via the international airport. Known for a strong arts and culture presence, Great Falls has 11 museums and 25+ murals throughout the city. It is also home to famed Western Artist Charles M. Russell. His works are visible throughout the city. Diverse dining options including fresh farm-to-table experiences and abundant local shopping and attractions make Great Falls an appealing destination city.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Annual salary, $200,000 plus based on 15 12-hour shifts per month.
- Full benefits offered.
- Commencement bonus paid in first paycheck.
Cathy Harbert, Director, Clinical Recruitment | charbert@soundphysicians.com | (330) 418-2226
Practice at the Top of Your License as a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Great Falls, Montana
Deliver patient-centered care that makes a difference. In this role, you will collaborate with a skilled team, contribute to clinical excellence, and enjoy opportunities for professional growth—all while serving the Great Falls community.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our team of Advanced Practice Providers and tele-ICU physicians to provide exceptional patient care resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Board Certified Physician Assistant.
- Two years of experience as an independent provider in the ICU (with procedure logs).
- Montana Physician Assistants must demonstrate completion of 8,000 or more documented practice hours.
- Active Montana license and DEA preferred.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- ICU coverage is 12-hour day Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. working in collaboration with Sound tele-ICU physician.
- Average of 15 shifts per month, modified block shift schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- 10-bed surgical ICU with cardiothoracic patients and observation ICU patients, estimated 8 encounters per day.
- Work collaboratively with the cardiothoracic surgeon, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, consultants and other hospital team members to deliver high quality, evidence-based critical care services.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and implement patient treatment plans.
- Perform bedside procedures within scope of practice including central line and arterial line placement and intubation. Manage mechanical ventilation in collaboration with respiratory therapy.
- Participate in goals of care discussions and family communication.
- Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives as determined.
Living and Working in Great Falls
Great Falls, Montana offers something for everyone – scenic beauty, outdoor adventure and a vibrant arts scene. The city of 60,000 residents is surrounded by 4 mountain ranges, 3 rivers, 2 wilderness areas and 53 miles of scenic trails along the Missouri River. Great Falls is located halfway between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park, making this centrally located city accessible and convenient via the international airport. Known for a strong arts and culture presence, Great Falls has 11 museums and 25+ murals throughout the city. It is also home to famed Western Artist Charles M. Russell. His works are visible throughout the city. Diverse dining options including fresh farm-to-table experiences and abundant local shopping and attractions make Great Falls an appealing destination city.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Annual salary, $200,000 plus based on 15 12-hour shifts per month.
- Full benefits offered.
- Commencement bonus paid in first paycheck.
Cathy Harbert, Director, Clinical Recruitment | charbert@soundphysicians.com | (330) 418-2226
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sound Physicians22
- CommonSpirit Health9
- Penn State Health9
- Piedmont Healthcare9
- Cleveland Clinic7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services164
- Education48
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Non-Profit & Social Services9
- Science & Research7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in critical care physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited critical care medicine fellowship
- Board certification or board eligibility in critical care medicine through ABIM, ABS, or ABA
- Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of employment
- Proficiency in advanced procedures including intubation, bronchoscopy, and hemodynamic monitoring
- Experience managing ventilator-dependent patients and multisystem organ failure in a closed ICU
- ACLS and BLS certification current at time of hire
Tips for Your Critical Care Physician Job Search
Tailor your CV to each subspecialty
Critical care is broad, so your CV should lead with your specific training, whether that's medical, surgical, or neuro ICU. Hiring committees look for procedure volumes and patient acuity details that generic CVs omit. Front-load the numbers that match their unit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists critical care physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight board certification status clearly
Critical care fellowship programs and hospitals differentiate between board-eligible and board-certified candidates. State your certification status and the exact date of certification or expected exam on page one of your CV, not buried in a credentials section.
Target openings by call structure and unit type
Job listings vary widely on overnight call frequency and closed versus open ICU models. Filter for postings that specify a closed model or 24-hour in-house coverage if that matches your training, since misaligned call expectations are a common early exit reason.
Prepare a concrete case mix narrative for interviews
Interviewers at academic centers ask about your experience with specific diagnoses like ARDS, septic shock, and post-operative complications. Prepare two or three specific patient scenarios that demonstrate your clinical decision-making across your fellowship and attending years.
Negotiate start date and onboarding credentialing time
Hospital credentialing for critical care physicians routinely takes 60 to 90 days after an offer is signed. When negotiating your start date, build that window in explicitly and confirm whether locum coverage or a later payroll start is the institution's standard practice.
Critical Care Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most critical care physicians?
The companies hiring the most critical care physicians right now include Sound Physicians, CommonSpirit Health, and Penn State Health, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Academic health systems and large regional hospital networks consistently account for the majority of active postings.
How many critical care physician jobs are remote?
About 2% of critical care physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most ICU roles. Tele-critical care and ICU telemedicine oversight positions represent the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or partially remote schedules.
How do you become a critical care physician?
You complete medical school and earn an MD or DO, then finish a residency in internal medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, or emergency medicine, depending on your subspecialty track. After residency, you apply to an accredited critical care medicine fellowship, which runs one to three years. You then sit for board certification through the relevant specialty board before independent practice.
How do you get hired as a critical care physician with limited attending experience?
Most hospitals hire directly out of fellowship, so limited attending experience is the norm rather than a barrier. Emphasize your fellowship procedure volumes, the acuity of the ICU you trained in, and any quality improvement or research work you led. Applying to academic centers or community hospitals that actively recruit new attendees improves your chances over programs that only post senior roles.
What does the critical care physician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen with the department chief or recruiter, followed by an in-person visit that includes tours of the ICU, meetings with nursing and respiratory therapy leadership, and a faculty interview panel. Some institutions include a case-based clinical discussion or a presentation on a research or quality project. A credentialing review and reference checks follow before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to critical care physician jobs?
You can find and apply to critical care physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, health systems, and academic medical centers across the United States. Find roles that match your subspecialty, training level, and preferred practice setting, then apply directly to each listing.
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