Pediatric Critical Care Faculty, UVA Department of Pediatrics
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The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics seeks a physician with subspecialty training in pediatric critical care medicine to join its Division of Pediatric Critical Care. Candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree, be eligible for faculty appointment, and be board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric critical care medicine. The position is available on tenure or non-tenure tracks at any rank; rank, tenure status, and compensation depend on qualifications.
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The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks an MD or equivalent Physician with subspecialty training in pediatric critical care medicine to join our Division of Pediatric Critical Care. The successful candidate will be expected to be board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric critical care medicine. Rank, tenure status and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. There are currently 13 full-time faculty and 14 nurse practitioners and five pediatric critical care fellows.
The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. The University is consistently ranked among the top public institutions in the United States. UVA Health comprises the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center serving central Virginia, a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU.
UVA Health Children’s has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News and World Report for five consecutive years and holds national rankings in nine subspecialties. Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia, offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small-town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. Nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, and skiing. The region boasts a dynamic culinary scene, the Downtown Mall’s entertainment offerings, and over forty wineries along with numerous breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine, USA Today, and rated the fifth happiest place to live by Outside Magazine, Charlottesville provides an exceptional quality of life.
Seize this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive—both professionally and personally—in an exceptional academic and community setting. Join us at UVA Health and become part of a legacy of excellence in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Announced October 2026: UVA Health Children’s is the No. 1 children's hospital in Virginia for the 6th consecutive year as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. **Among children’s hospitals, UVA was ranked by ** U.S. News & World Report in 9 of our specialties
o #41 in neonatology
o Top 50 in Behavioral & Adolescent Health
o #29 in pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery
o #30 (tie) in pediatric nephrology
o #37 in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology
o #43 in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery
o #43 in pediatric orthopaedics
o #25 in pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery
o #20 in pediatric urology
The position is open to individuals with M.D. or D.O. degrees, and candidates must be eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty. The position is for tenure or non-tenure tracks at any rank. Candidates must be board certified/eligible in pediatric critical care medicine.
A pre-employment health and drug screening will be required.
To apply for this position, apply online at https://apply.interfolio.com/195629 attach the following documents:
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Cover letter
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CV/resume
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The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references
For additional information about the position, please the Division Director, Dr. Michael Spaeder at [email protected] .
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) .
The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu
How this job compares
Set against the 14,585 open Physician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Virginia median$257–354K/yr148 salary ranges
- Virginia median$100/hr73 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 373 open Physician jobs in Virginia and 14,585 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- Sentara Health95 open
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- Experience
- Physician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,755 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 7,403 of the 14,585 open Physician jobs (51%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
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