Adult Cardiac Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Eastern Texas
Job Reference: ORD-224489-MD-TX | Dates Needed: February 2027 – Ongoing | Shift Type: Day Shift; Call | Assignment Type: Clinic; OR | Call Required: Negotiable | Board Certification Required: Yes | Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
The facility provides comprehensive cardiac anesthesia services with established protocols for diverse cardiovascular procedures. The hospital maintains appropriate resources and support systems to deliver quality anesthesia care across cardiac, electrophysiology, thoracic, and cardiology service lines. The institution operates with modern anesthesia capabilities designed to support quality patient outcomes in cardiac surgical settings.
About the Facility Location
The state offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions, including pine forests, state parks, and opportunities for hiking and nature exploration. The region features diverse dining experiences and small towns that provide a variety of accommodations and cultural activities throughout the year.
About the Clinician's Workday
The adult cardiac anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia services during 5x8 day shifts with participation in a 1:3 call rotation, with call arrangements negotiable. The clinician will manage a diverse cardiac case mix encompassing cardiac procedures, electrophysiology cases, thoracic surgery, and cardiology procedures. The position requires competent performance and interpretation of intraoperative transesophageal echocardiograms for cardiac cases. Board certification in anesthesiology and prescriptive authority are required for this assignment.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: Variable
- Patient Population: Adults
- Call Ratio/Schedule: 1:3
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No
- Percentage Hands On: 100%
- Supervision/Medical Direction: Other
- Staffing Model: 5x8 day shifts with 1:3 call rotation; clinic and OR settings; on-site; 100% hands-on MD