Critical Care Career

Intensivist

Bridgeton, Missouri

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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-000898

Date posted:

04/01/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Take the next step in your career as an Intensivist in Bridgeton, Missouri

In Bridgeton, we are committed to bringing “better” to life—through better care, better collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to our community. If you’re looking for a role where you can thrive professionally while contributing to a vibrant community, we’d love to hear from you.

Local Team Collaboration:

We take pride in our well-established team of intensivist physicians and ICU acute care advanced practice providers (APPs) at SSM Health DePaul Hospital.
Work alongside a skilled team providing 24/7 on-site coverage in the 20-bed medical and 18-bed surgical ICU, caring for patients across various specialties, including medical, surgical, neuro, cardiac, and cardiovascular.
Our team brings a diverse mix of ICU clinical practice experience to deliver high-quality, collaborative care.

Qualifications:

Board-certified or board-eligible critical care physicians (MD or DO).
Ability to obtain a Missouri license.
A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate proficiency in all technical skills required in critical care.

Flexible Scheduling:

Full-time physicians work an average of 15 monthly shifts, typically in block shifts of 4 to 5 days at a time.
We collaborate to manage the schedule as equitably as possible, ensuring intensivists achieve an outstanding work/family life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients in the ICU, working within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest level of patient care. The ICU operates as a closed unit, with co-management for cardiovascular ICU patients.
Collaborate with subspecialty back-up, rapid response teams, and code blue teams to ensure efficient and effective patient management.
We will utilize EPIC and our internal informatics platform for streamlined communication and patient data management, contributing to an organized and collaborative care environment.

Living and Working in Bridgeton:

Bridgeton isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live, connect, and enjoy the convenience of a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the best of St. Louis. With its parks, recreational activities, and family-friendly neighborhoods, Bridgeton offers a welcoming community atmosphere. From local events to a strong sense of community, Bridgeton is the perfect place to call home.

Compensation:

Compensation aligned with industry standards.

Cathy Harbert, Director of Clinical Recruitment | charbert@soundphysicians.com | (330) 418-2226

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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