PRN Intensivist
Dallas, Texas
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: PRN
- Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Day; Night
- Travel: No
PRN Intensivist
Dallas, Texas
Job ID:
JOB-000307
Date posted:
02/18/2026
Category:
Critical Care
Join Our Dallas Team as a PRN Intensivist
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Dallas, Texas —better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our team of Intensivist physicians and Advanced Practice. Providers caring for patients 24/7 in the 24-bed ICU.
- Work alongside our specialized team caring for ECMO and Impella patients.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified in Critical Care medicine (MD or DO).
- Must have experience managing ECMO patients; added benefit if experienced with cannulation.
- Active Texas license.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- PRN shift coverage offers flexibility to schedule shifts as available and based on program coverage needs. Anticipated 3-5 available shifts per month.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively to care for patients in the medical, surgical, and cardiac ICUs
- Candidates must have a commitment to excellence in clinical service, be forward-thinking, demonstrate problem-solving abilities necessary in the ICU, and demonstrate the ability to work as a team member and perform all technical skills in the critical care setting
Living and Working in Dallas:
Located in north central Texas, Dallas is less than four hours away from most North American cities, traveling by air from Dallas' two airports. The city boasts an average of 285 sunny days a year. Dallas offers the largest Urban Arts District in the country, an internationally recognized skyline, and 26 different neighborhoods, each with their own flair, to explore. Home to 21 Fortune 500 companies, five professional sports teams, numerous music and entertainment venues, theatres, the Dallas Symphony, and much more. The Texas motto, "Friendship," perfectly describes the city's welcoming personality.
Compensation:
- Shift-based compensation
Our values in action
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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.
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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.
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Accountability:
You lead with clarity and conviction—owning your role in shaping ICU strategy, mentoring teams, and driving performance across complex care environments.
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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
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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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.
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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.
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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
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“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
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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