Physician/Attending - CICU

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Join Our Team at Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Heart Institute!

The Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Heart Institute is a renowned center of excellence dedicated to providing world-class cardiac care to pediatric patients and patients with congenital heart disease. With state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts, we deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge care to all children and fetuses with acquired and congenital heart disease and young adults with congenital heart disease. The Heart Institute offers a wide range of services including the management of patients requiring complex congenital heart surgery, interventional catheterization, invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology, non-invasive imaging (fetal and cardiac MRI/CT), and preventive cardiology. Our pediatric cardiology and cardiovascular surgery services are ranked among the nations best for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

Our cardiac surgical program is one of the most transparent in the world and the first to offer real-time outcomes reporting ( ). Our Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion houses a 34-bed, fully telemetered cardiac inpatient unit with an acuity-adjustable model that allows all rooms to accommodate critically ill patients. Nicklaus Childrens Hospital is an affiliate of the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.

Position Overview

Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join our world-class team dedicated to providing exceptional care to children with congenital and acquired heart disease. This physician will play a key role in a 34-bed dedicated Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) with 24-hour coverage, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver state-of-the-art critical care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist will report to the Medical Director of the CICU and work in close collaboration with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a commitment to clinical excellence, quality improvement, education, and research, aligning with the strategic goals of Nicklaus Childrens Heart Institute.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, evidence-based critical care for pediatric patients with congenital and non-congenital cardiovascular conditions in the Cardiac ICU (CICU).

Conduct thorough evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning, including mechanical circulatory support and perioperative management.

Collaborate closely with pediatric cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and other multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Supervise and mentor Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), fellows, residents, and other trainees in the CICU.

Participate in and contribute to research initiatives aimed at advancing the field of pediatric cardiac critical care.

Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives to enhance outcomes and efficiency within the CICU.

Support the mission, vision, and strategic direction of Nicklaus Childrens Heart Institute through active involvement in program development and institutional initiatives.

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in cardiac critical care delivery.

Additional qualifications and desired attributes include

MD degree or equivalent from an accredited school of medicine AND

Fellowship training (three years) in Pediatric Cardiology or Pediatric Critical Care Medicine with

o One year of Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care OR

o Dual Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Unrestricted medical license and board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) in Pediatric Cardiology

Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Florida

Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research in pediatric cardiac intensive care

About Nicklaus Childrens Health System

Founded in 1950, the rebranded Nicklaus Childrens Hospital is a 325-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level 1 pediatric trauma center that is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine and has numerous subspecialty programs that are ranked among the best in the nation. It is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern U.S. Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Nicklaus Childrens Hospital was named a Top Childrens Hospital by The Leapfrog Group in 2023. In addition, our organization consistently appears on employer award lists such as Newsweeks Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces. Nicklaus Childrens Pediatric Specialists is the physician-led multispecialty medical group practice of Nicklaus Childrens Health System. Join a phenomenal team that brings lifelong health and hope to children and their families through innovative and compassionate care.

Academic Affiliation

Employed staff benefit from affiliations with our educational partner, Florida International University (FIU). This position includes an appointment to the Faculty of FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.

Discover Miami, Florida

Nicklaus Childrens Hospital is located in Miami, Florida and offers all the advantages of a tropical, diverse and metropolitan community. Enjoy abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round with easy access to numerous recreational opportunities, cultural and professional sporting venues, and international travel.

Competitive compensation and robust benefits package. Qualified candidates please contact:

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

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