Mid Level Critical Care Physician Jobs
Mid level critical care physician jobs go to physicians ready to independently manage complex patient care, mentor residents, and drive clinical decisions across the ICU with limited attending oversight. Openings are predominantly on-site across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Allegheny Health Network, University of the Incarnate Word, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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Allegheny Health NetworkJob Description :
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
This job is an integral part of the care delivery system working together to provide a healing environment, by placing our customers first. The incumbent provides specialty and critical care healthcare services primarily in an inpatient setting for acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization within the CRNP scope of practice. This role is utilized in areas which provide 24/7 coverage/shifts, specialty certification, advanced procedures with appropriate privileging, as required, off hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive, evidence-based patient care for acute patients within an inpatient setting. This includes conducting thorough daily rounds, performing advanced medical history and physical assessments, formulating, and implementing patient-centered treatment plans, interpreting diagnostic test results, and facilitating safe and effective discharge planning.(20%)
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies to determine patient treatment plans and establish medical diagnoses within the scope of practice. Collaborates proactively with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team to develop and refine patient care plans. Seeks physician consultation and guidance for clinical decisions that extend beyond the CRNP scope of practice or knowledge base, ensuring optimal patient safety and outcomes.(15%)
Institutes emergency measures, treatment, and appropriate stabilization for acute patient situations, such as cardiac arrest, hemorrhage, or shock.(15%)
Ensures appropriate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support accurate medical coding and billing, and record and report pertinent information to the attending physician. Ensures timely documentation of all patient encounters, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record, adhering to all regulatory and institutional standards for inpatient care of acute and chronic conditions.(10%)
Facilitates seamless communication and coordination of patient care activities with patients, families, community health services, and the entire interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient experience. Assesses the specific learning needs of patients and their families, delivering culturally sensitive and age-appropriate education regarding their condition, treatment plan, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and active participation in their recovery.(10%)
Communicates effectively with the attending physician regarding the plan of care, involving them in clinical decision-making for issues outside the Nurse Practioner's knowledge or scope of practice.10%
Maintains mandatory professional continuing education and actively participate in patient safety, quality improvement processes, and patient engagement initiatives.(10%)
Performs hospital rounds, accurately execute physician orders, and maintain professional practice consistent with organizational mission statements and specialty-specific privileges.(10%)
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Q UALIFICATIONS:
Required
MSN from the practicing State Board of Nursing Approved Master's Program
National Board Certification for Nurse Practitioners through an accredited association
Practicing-state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
Prescriptive Authority from the practicing state Within 60 days of hire
Drug Enforcement Agency Licensure Within 60 days of hire
CPR - American Heart Association
ACLS certification
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred
Experience in Emergency or Critical Care setting
Required
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies
- Current PA Physician Assistant License
- PA-C or board eligible. Ongoing successful recertification (NCCPA) as a PA-C Within 90 days of hire
- Drug Enforcement Agency Licensure Within 60 days of hire
- CPR - American Heart Association
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Substitutions
- Four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
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Company :
Allegheny Health NetworkJob Description :
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
This job is an integral part of the care delivery system working together to provide a healing environment, by placing our customers first. The incumbent provides specialty and critical care healthcare services primarily in an inpatient setting for acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization within the CRNP scope of practice. This role is utilized in areas which provide 24/7 coverage/shifts, specialty certification, advanced procedures with appropriate privileging, as required, off hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive, evidence-based patient care for acute patients within an inpatient setting. This includes conducting thorough daily rounds, performing advanced medical history and physical assessments, formulating, and implementing patient-centered treatment plans, interpreting diagnostic test results, and facilitating safe and effective discharge planning.(20%)
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies to determine patient treatment plans and establish medical diagnoses within the scope of practice. Collaborates proactively with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team to develop and refine patient care plans. Seeks physician consultation and guidance for clinical decisions that extend beyond the CRNP scope of practice or knowledge base, ensuring optimal patient safety and outcomes.(15%)
Institutes emergency measures, treatment, and appropriate stabilization for acute patient situations, such as cardiac arrest, hemorrhage, or shock.(15%)
Ensures appropriate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support accurate medical coding and billing, and record and report pertinent information to the attending physician. Ensures timely documentation of all patient encounters, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record, adhering to all regulatory and institutional standards for inpatient care of acute and chronic conditions.(10%)
Facilitates seamless communication and coordination of patient care activities with patients, families, community health services, and the entire interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient experience. Assesses the specific learning needs of patients and their families, delivering culturally sensitive and age-appropriate education regarding their condition, treatment plan, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and active participation in their recovery.(10%)
Communicates effectively with the attending physician regarding the plan of care, involving them in clinical decision-making for issues outside the Nurse Practioner's knowledge or scope of practice.10%
Maintains mandatory professional continuing education and actively participate in patient safety, quality improvement processes, and patient engagement initiatives.(10%)
Performs hospital rounds, accurately execute physician orders, and maintain professional practice consistent with organizational mission statements and specialty-specific privileges.(10%)
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Q UALIFICATIONS:
Required
MSN from the practicing State Board of Nursing Approved Master's Program
National Board Certification for Nurse Practitioners through an accredited association
Practicing-state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
Prescriptive Authority from the practicing state Within 60 days of hire
Drug Enforcement Agency Licensure Within 60 days of hire
CPR - American Heart Association
ACLS certification
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred
Experience in Emergency or Critical Care setting
Required
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies
- Current PA Physician Assistant License
- PA-C or board eligible. Ongoing successful recertification (NCCPA) as a PA-C Within 90 days of hire
- Drug Enforcement Agency Licensure Within 60 days of hire
- CPR - American Heart Association
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Substitutions
- Four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
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Who's Hiring
- Allegheny Health Network2
- University of the Incarnate Word2
- Optum1
- Prisma Health1
- Endicott College1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education8
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Consulting & Professional Services1
Mid Level Critical Care Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level critical care physician job?
Position your application around independent clinical decision-making and outcomes you've owned. Highlight your ability to manage the full scope of critically ill patients without constant supervision, any quality improvement initiatives you've led, and experience with complex cases like multi-organ failure or ARDS. Board certification in critical care medicine and demonstrated procedural competency are strong differentiators at this level.
Which companies hire mid level critical care physicians?
Companies hiring mid level critical care physicians right now include Allegheny Health Network, University of the Incarnate Word, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large health systems, academic medical centers, and physician staffing groups that need intensivists with proven independent clinical experience.
Are there remote mid level critical care physician jobs?
Yes, though the specialty is largely bedside-dependent. About 25% of mid level critical care physician openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with remote roles typically limited to tele-ICU positions where physicians monitor patients and support on-site teams from a distance. On-site ICU roles remain the clear majority of postings at this level.
How do I move up to a mid level critical care physician role?
The path from a junior to mid level critical care physician is built through progressively autonomous patient management, deeper procedural skills, and demonstrated ownership of outcomes. Early-career physicians grow into this tier by taking on more complex case loads, leading code teams, contributing to protocols, and showing consistent clinical judgment that attending physicians can rely on without close supervision.
Which industries hire the most mid level critical care physicians?
Mid Level critical care physician roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate high-acuity inpatient facilities, trauma centers, and specialty ICUs that require physicians with enough experience to manage the unit independently and contribute to departmental quality standards.