Las Vegas, NV – UMC Children’s Hospital of Nevada is actively seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Intensivist to join its expanding Section of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. The hospital currently employs six Pediatric Intensivists and is looking to add a seventh to its team.

State-of-the-Art Facilities and Comprehensive Care

The hospital features a 14-bed, multi-disciplinary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) that functions as an acute medical, surgical, and trauma unit. The PICU handles approximately 1,000 admissions annually. Adjacent to the PICU is a 6-bed Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit (PIMC), also managed by the PICU Intensivists. This integrated programme offers a wide array of subspecialty services, including Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) rescue.

Expanding Pediatric Sedation Unit

UMC Children’s Hospital also boasts a rapidly growing, dedicated Pediatric Sedation Unit managed by the Pediatric Intensivists. The unit provides more than 700 sedations each year, highlighting the increasing demand for specialized pediatric sedation services.

Collaborative Environment and Specialized Support

The PICU service is complemented by several other specialized units, including a Pediatric Hospitalist service, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department. This collaborative environment ensures comprehensive care for young patients.

Position Requirements and Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical and teaching skills. Responsibilities include:

• Clinical coverage of the PICU, PIMC, and Pediatric Sedation Units.
• Participation in program progress.
• Training of Pediatric and Emergency Medicine residents and medical students rotating through the PICU.

Academic Affiliation and Opportunities

The position offers an academic affiliation with the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) School of medicine, providing increased opportunities for academic endeavors and teaching. A faculty appointment is available with the UNLV school of Medicine.

Compensation and Benefits

UMC Children’s Hospital offers a competitive salary and benefits package.Las Vegas provides an affordable cost of living and no state income tax, making it an attractive location for professionals and families.

Lifestyle in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a rapidly growing community with diverse housing options and choices for public or private schooling. The city’s vibrant tourism industry offers abundant entertainment options.Sports enthusiasts can enjoy professional teams such as the Las Vegas Golden Knights (NHL), the Las Vegas Raiders (NFL), and the Las Vegas Aces (WNBA). The temperate climate allows for year-round outdoor activities, with nearby attractions like Red Rock Canyon and Mt. Charleston offering hiking trails.

How to Apply

interested candidates should submit expressions of interest and applications,including a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV),to:

Meena Vohra,MD
Director,Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Meena.Vohra@umcsn.com
702-383-2420