Join the Pediatric Critical Care team at the University of Arizona in Tucson!

Quick Facts

• Full-time 1.0 FTE Pediatric Intensivist role
• Board eligible/board certified Pediatric Critical Care
• 24-bed closed multidisciplinary PICU; average daily census 12–14
• 12-hour shifts (days and nights); average 12–13 shifts/month
• Team: 7 physicians; works with residents and students

Description

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care seeks a full-time board eligible/board certified Pediatric Intensivist to join a team of 7 physicians staffing a 24-bed multidisciplinary PICU. The incumbent will participate in resident and medical student education, clinical research, quality improvement, and other academic endeavors, providing 24/7 critical care services at Diamond Children’s Medical Center. The quaternary-care PICU includes post-op cardiac care, Level 1 trauma (Level 2 Pediatrics), general PICU, CRRT, ECMO, neurosurgical care, and advanced ventilation modes.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric critical care coverage in a closed PICU (24/7 model)
• Teach and support residents and medical students
• Participate in clinical research and multi-site clinical trials (based on preferences)
• Contribute to quality improvement and academic endeavors aligned with career path
• Collaborate with diverse trainees and multidisciplinary subspecialty teams

Requirements

• BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care
• Prefer additionally boarded in Pediatric Cardiology
• Experience or training in ECMO, cardiac, and trauma
• Strong clinical skills and reputation for strong interprofessional communication
• Ability to work in a diverse environment with students, residents, and faculty
• Interest in teaching multi-disciplinary trainees
• Interest in quality improvement and other academic endeavors

Benefits

• Malpractice with tail coverage and CME allowance
• Legal, medical, dental and vision coverage
• Voluntary benefit options (pet, auto, home insurance)
• Adoption assistance, fertility benefits, and parental leave support
• Resources for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
• 24/7 confidential mental health support and care coordination
• Physician Well-Being Program (fitness challenges, nutrition guides, webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, etc.)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement plans with matching or 401b deferred options, plus employee perks and discounts