Critical Care Career

Critical Care Program Medical Director

Midlothian District, Virginia

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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; Medical Director
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000970

Date posted:

04/23/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Transform patient care and the community as a Critical Care Program Medical Director Midlothian, Virginia

Our mission in Midlothian 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.

Local Team Collaboration:

Team is composed of 5 physicians and 2 critical care APPs providing care in the 24-bed medical/surgical ICU.
Integral part of the larger care team at this 185 bed state of the art hospital.
Serving the growing West Richmond community for over 20 years.
Part of the larger Bon Secours Richmond health system caring for patients across the Richmond area.

Qualifications:

Board-certified Critical Care physician (MD or DO).
Must have a minimum of 7 years of post-fellowship critical care experience with at least 3 years of prior ICU medical director experience.
A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.

Scheduling:

Average of 12 clinical shifts per month with a mix of days and nights, plus administrative work.
We collaborate to manage the schedule as equitably as possible, ensuring intensivists achieve an outstanding work/family life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead an established Intensivist team to ensure the highest quality of care in the ICU and community.
Ability to work collaboratively within the ICU with all team members and across the hospital.
Be the leader for ICU service and Sound – hold an attitude of continuous improvement and accountability.

Living and Working in Frederick:

Situated just a few miles west of Richmond, Midlothian is part of the Western Richmond suburbs and is a welcoming historic community offering endless outdoor recreation, suburban comforts, and accessibility to all things RVA. Richmond, Virginia, is one of the country’s fastest-growing communities and offers residents the convenience and culture of a metropolitan lifestyle as well as endless recreational options. Enjoy outdoor concerts and festivals, a children’s museum, art galleries, golf courses, craft breweries, wine bars, and endless shopping choices abound throughout the region. Foodies are drawn to Richmond for the diverse and artistically designed restaurants that are spread throughout the city and outlying communities. Simply put, Richmond has it all!

Rewards and Compensation:

Annual compensation comprised of competitive shift-based compensation and a monthly director stipend.
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package including relocation, CME allowance, 401k with match, and health insurance.

Shelly Spatafore, Associate Sr. Director, Clinical Recruitment | sspatafore@soundphysicians.com | (440) 856-9351

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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