Join Our Team as a Critical Care Physician - Locum Opportunity in Lima, OH

Are you a dedicated Critical Care Physician seeking a flexible, impactful role to make a difference? We are offering an exciting locum position with Bon Secours Mercy Health at St. Rita's Medical Center, providing an excellent opportunity to deliver vital care in a busy ICU setting. This role is perfect for physicians eager to work in a dynamic environment, enjoy flexible scheduling, and collaborate with a skilled, multidisciplinary team. Starting as soon as credentialed, this position provides competitive hourly pay and the chance to contribute to high-quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cover an 18-bed Level 2 ICU in a 425-bed hospital, providing comprehensive critical care.
• Round on 18-24 critically ill patients, collaborating closely with APC and IM/FM/EM residents.
• Manage ventilations, including invasive and non-invasive procedures, such as ETT, NT, Tracheostomy, BiPAP, and CPAP.
• Perform invasive procedures including Central Line, Arterial Line, and PA catheter insertions.
• Conduct diagnostic and therapeutic taps, including Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, and Lumbar Puncture.
• Supervise and mentor healthcare providers and trainees in a multidisciplinary teaching environment.
• Manage both emergency and scheduled treatment procedures, ensuring optimal patient care during weekends and nights.

Required Skills:

• Board certification or eligibility in Critical Care Medicine or Pulmonary Critical Care.
• Valid medical license to practice in Ohio.
• Proven experience in ICU management, including ventilator management and invasive procedures.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and adaptability to fast-paced settings.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
• Availability to work weekends, including both day and night shifts.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with Epic EMR system.
• Previous locum or hospital-based intensive care experience.
• Skills in trauma, neuro, cardiac, or surgical critical care.
• Prior supervision or teaching experience with medical residents.
• Familiarity with ventilator modalities and invasive line placements.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Residency and fellowship training in Critical Care Medicine.
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU clinical experience.

Other Requirements:

• Availability to start as early as December 25, 2025.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and varied shifts (1-2 weekends per month).
• Travel reimbursement is provided, with accommodations within a $150/night limit.
• Credentialing process estimated to take 60-90 days.
• Must hold current certifications in ACLS and BLS.

Embrace this unique opportunity to advance your career while providing vital care in a challenging and rewarding environment. Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to excellence in critical care.

Hourly Pay Rate: $19,500.00

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply