Anesthesiologist

About the role

The role involves administering anesthesia and anesthesia-related care under the supervision of surgeons and other medical professionals. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring their physiological conditions, and ensuring patient safety throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation
• Evaluation of patients pre-operatively
• Formulating patient-specific anesthesia plans based on pre-surgical assessments
• Implementing, monitoring, and adjusting patient's physiologic conditions
• Transferring care responsibilities to other qualified providers post-operatively
• Acute and chronic post-operative pain management
• Selecting and ordering medications, fluids, and ventilator support
• Discharging patients from the post-anesthesia care unit and providing follow-up care
• Discussing and reviewing anesthesia plans with CRNAs
• Participating in additional areas of expertise such as responding to cardiac arrests and elective intubations
• Ensuring appropriate documentation for billing purposes

Requirements

• Current unrestricted physician and surgeon license in the State of Illinois
• Current DEA license and Controlled Substance registration in the State of Illinois
• Completion of an anesthesiology residency program approved by ACGME or equivalent
• At least 50 anesthetic procedures completed in the past 24 months
• Privileged and credentialed by the Medical Staff
• American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Certification
• CPR Certification

Qualifications

• Basic education of M.D., D.O., or equivalent medical degree
• Successfully completed an anesthesiology residency program
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia administration
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Adaptability and reliability in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Anesthesia administration
• Patient assessment and monitoring
• Documentation and billing
• Emergency response

Benefits

Saint Anthony Hospital offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

$334,909 - $515,767

Schedule

Hours may vary depending on department needs and patient volume.