Critical Care Career

Intensivist

Austin, Texas

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Expertise. Leadership. Lifesaving Impact.

In critical care, clinical leadership and precision are paramount. Our physician teams—comprised of board-certified intensivists—deliver high-acuity care through both on-site and Tele-ICU programs, ensuring timely, evidence-based interventions for the most vulnerable patients. We lead with humility, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to excellence.

As the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., we bring 25+ years of experience, 500+ intensivists, and a presence in 60+ ICUs across 19 states. Our physicians manage diverse ICU environments—medical, surgical, cardiac, neuro—and are united by a shared purpose: to elevate care through multidisciplinary teamwork and clinical innovation.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000300

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Transform patient care and the community as a Critical Care Physician in Austin, TX!

Our mission in Austin is to provide “better” in every sense—better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

We are seeking an experienced Intensivist who has a skillset managing VV/VA ECMO patients to join our team at St David’s and Heart Hospital of Austin. Phenomenal people to work with, day shifts only, in downtown Austin!

Local Team Collaboration:

St David’s Medical Center is a comprehensive stroke center and referral center for neurosurgery and neurovascular. We have a 24-bed med/surg ICU with a 16 bed Neurocritical Care Unit.
We have excellent relationships with consulting services like IR, Neurology, Anesthesia, and Cardiology.
VV ECMO program
‌St. David’s Medical Center was also recognized by Healthgrades in March 2025 among America's 100 Best Hospitals for critical care based on 16 of the most common specialty care areas. Recipient hospitals represent the top 2% of hospitals for each specialty.‌
Heart Hospital of Austin is a Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital by IMB Waston Health that has a 14 bed CVICU. Advanced Heart Failure Program with growing VA ECMO service.

Qualifications:

Board-certified or board-eligible critical care physicians (MD or DO).
Active Texas license preferred
A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
Experience working with advanced heart failure patients, VA/VV ECMO, and LVAD. Preferably 2-3 years of practicing experience as a BC Intensivist.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

Day shifts only with minimal call from home when working at Heart Hospital. 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

We care for medical, surgical, neuro, and cardiac ICU patients. We see diverse cases and high acuity, an ideal environment for those looking to care for all types of critically ill patients.

Living and Working in Austin:

Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World, offers countless venues, local bands, and major festivals like Austin City Limits—a two‑weekend fall event with top headliners and emerging acts—and South by Southwest. Its vibrant culinary scene ranges from BBQ and food trucks to fine dining. Outdoor options abound, from spending the day on Town Lake to cooling off at Barton Springs, a spring‑fed natural pool. With a thriving job market and excellent schools, Austin is an exceptional place for families.
HEB Central Market is right across the street from our hospital – best grocery in Texas!

Compensation:

Competitive hourly based compensation.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver life-saving care in the most critical moments. We support you with systems that honor your clinical judgment and amplify your impact—because in the ICU, excellence isn’t optional.
Collaboration:

You’re part of a deeply connected team of intensivists who value shared decision-making, mutual respect, and the power of multidisciplinary partnerships to drive better outcomes.
Accountability:

You lead with clarity and conviction—owning your role in shaping ICU strategy, mentoring teams, and driving performance across complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring calm leadership and innovative thinking to high-stakes situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and colleagues.

Career Path

Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership

Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.

Hear from our team

“When you have best-in-class care in the ICU, surgeons, specialists, and primary care providers trust their patients will be in good hands. Our leaders understand the ICU is a critical gateway to a successful hospital, and we focus on bringing the best care in support of your hospital’s mission and goals.”

Steve Matchett, MD
CEO, Critical Care
“High-performing ICU teams use intensivist-led multidisciplinary rounds and team meetings to collaborate with the medical staff and measure the metrics that support favorable patient outcomes. We do this without exception, and we achieve exceptional results.”

Sergio Zanotti, MD, FCCM
Chief Medical Officer, Critical Care
“This isn’t just a job; it’s a career in a supportive, high‑performance environment that puts clinicians and patients first.”

Hesham Hessaballa, MD
Regional Medical Director
“Local clinical leadership matters. We tailor each ICU program to the site’s needs and physician mix, with national resources behind us.”

Rebecca Doebelee, MD
Regional Medical Director