Anesthesiology - Physician
15 days ago
Pittsburgh
Job DescriptionOpportunity for Anesthesiologist at Our Healthcare Facility in Pittsburgh This full-time role involves serving as an Anesthesiologist at our medical center in Pittsburgh, where you will deliver perioperative anesthesia care across a range of surgical disciplines while also engaging in educational activities. Responsibilities encompass preoperative assessments, administering anesthesia during surgeries, providing post-anesthesia care, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, and the option to participate in clinical research. The position offers a competitive salary, student loan repayment options, generous paid time off, and comprehensive federal insurance benefits. Anesthesiologist Position – Full-Time at Our Pittsburgh Medical Center Eligible for up to $200,000 in student loan repayment Position Overview: Our facility in Pittsburgh is in search of a skilled Anesthesiologist to manage a diverse array of cases, including general, neurosurgical, orthopedic, plastic, thoracic, and vascular surgeries, along with out-of-OR anesthesia for gastrointestinal and electrophysiological procedures. Recognized as one of the most progressive healthcare providers in the nation, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding care to veterans, training future healthcare professionals, and advancing medical research. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct initial evaluations and comprehensive assessments, including focused histories and physical examinations of medical and surgical patients, as part of a multidisciplinary preoperative clinic., • Provide perioperative anesthetic care, which includes preoperative evaluations, intraoperative anesthesia administration and monitoring, and post-anesthesia care, collaborating within an anesthesia team that includes CRNAs and/or anesthesia residents. Evening and weekend on-call duties for urgent cases are essential components of this role., • Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of anesthesia techniques and procedures, including regional and spinal anesthesia., • Deliver clinical anesthetic care for cardiothoracic and liver transplant surgeries; board certification in Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography is highly desirable., • Instruct anesthesia residents, medical students, and student nurse anesthetists, in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh., • Engage in quality and performance improvement projects, committees, and other relevant activities, including VASQIP., • Participate in clinical research if interested., • Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from an accredited medical or osteopathic institution recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs., • Possession of a current, unrestricted medical or surgical license in any U.S. State, Territory, or Commonwealth, including the District of Columbia., • Completion of residency training in an accredited core specialty program approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, leading to eligibility for board certification., • Salary range: $375,000 - $400,000., • Recruitment incentives available for highly qualified candidates., • Student loan repayment assistance up to $200,000 for eligible loans., • Regular salary adjustments and annual performance bonuses., • Generous paid time off totaling 50-55 days (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days for continuing medical education)., • Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, and long-term care insurance options., • Malpractice insurance coverage provided., • A family-friendly city with a low cost of living and affordable housing in scenic neighborhoods., • Rich in historical and cultural attractions, including the Carnegie Museums (Art, Natural History, Science, and Andy Warhol), numerous performing arts venues, and a vibrant music scene featuring local and international talent., • Abundant outdoor recreational opportunities with parks for hiking and biking (Schenley Park, Frick Park, and Highland Park) and rivers suitable for canoeing and kayaking., • For sports enthusiasts, Pittsburgh is home to professional teams such as the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates., • Convenient access to Pittsburgh International Airport for travel to various destinations. Keywords: Anesthesiologist, Perioperative care, Anesthesia administration, Medical center, Physician anesthesiology, Surgical anesthesia, Board certified anesthesiologist, Clinical teaching, Patient monitoring, Student loan repayment