Anesthesiology

Assignment Length: Ongoing coverage need

Start Date: August 1

Openings: 2

Reason for Coverage: Departmental restructuring

Practice Setting:

• Inpatient and Call coverage (off-site/beeper)
  
• 12 ORs
  
• Cases include: General, Cardiac, Pediatrics, OB and Nerve Blocks
  
• Majority of work is in supervision capacity (CRNAs)
  

Schedule:

• Scheduling structures are being finalized
• Average 23 shifts per month
  

Patient Population: Adult (95%), Pediatrics (5%)

EMR: Cerner

Credentialing: 90 days

Requirements:

• Active Pennsylvania licensure
  
• Board certification
  
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
  
• Minimum 1-year * experience or equivalent
  

• Provide comprehensive medical care to patients across a variety of clinical settings, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
  
• Conduct thorough patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments
  
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic testing including laboratory work, imaging, and other studies as appropriate
  
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practices
  
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
  
• Manage ongoing patient care, including follow-up evaluations and coordination of treatment plans
  
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care
  
• Document patient encounters, treatment plans, and clinical findings accurately and in compliance with facility standards
  
• Respond to patient concerns and provide education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care
  
• Maintain compliance with facility policies, credentialing requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
  
• Adapt quickly to new clinical environments, workflows, and electronic medical record systems
  
• Stay current on medical advancements, clinical guidelines, and best practices through continuing medical education and professional development
  

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of specialty principles and practices, including diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases
  
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams
  
• Technical proficiency in performing procedures (if applicable)
  
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing patent conditions
  
• Time management and organizational skills to manage a patient workload effectively
  

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
  
• Residency training program in internal medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
  
• Fellowship training in Anesthesia (may be preferred depending on the position)
  

Licenses & Certifications:

• Board certification in Anesthesia by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the AOA
  
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania
  

Experience:

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum physician positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty