Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Munster, Indiana

LocumTenens.com; Oolitic (IN); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks an MD anesthesiologist for an on-site, day-shift locum assignment in Munster, Indiana. The role involves anesthesia services under a 1:6 supervision model with 50% hands-on MD involvement in an active Level III trauma center operating room.

Case mix includes general surgery (50-60%), cardiac via an open heart team, lungs and vascular cases, occasional pediatrics, and after-hours call negotiable. Credentialing takes ~90 days; temporary privileges not available.

Qualifications

• Board-certified anesthesiologist required.
• Prescriptive authority required.
• Active medical licensure in Indiana preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia services under a medical supervision model (1:6).
• 50% hands-on MD involvement.
• Perform regional anesthesia and manage cases in the OR, including general, cardiac and vascular procedures.

Skills

Anesthesia

MD supervision 1:6

Education

Board certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job at a Glance

Job Reference Id: ORD-221495-MD-IN

Title: MD

Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing

Shift Type: Day Shift

Assignment Type: OR

Call Required: Negotiable

Board Certification Required: Yes

Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This Level III Trauma Center operates an active operating room program supporting a broad range of surgical specialties, including a dedicated team for open heart, lungs, and vascular procedures. The facility maintains organized perioperative workflows and clinical protocols designed to support quality patient care delivery. Locum tenens anesthesiologist coverage is sought to address current staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.

About the Facility Location

Munster, Indiana is located in the northwest region of the state, offering proximity to a range of cultural and recreational amenities. The area provides access to dining, shopping, and community events, with additional attractions available throughout the broader region. Clinicians on assignment will find varied options for engagement beyond the clinical setting.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide anesthesia services under a medical supervision model (1:6) during day shifts at an operating room in Munster, Indiana, with 50% hands-on MD involvement. The surgical case mix includes general surgery (50-60% of cases), cardiac procedures via a dedicated open heart team, lungs and vascular cases (optional), limited neurological cases including weekly spine procedures, light trauma volume, and pediatric cases limited to minor ortho and ENT procedures for patients generally age 2 and older. CRNAs and MDs perform independent regional anesthesia, and the facility utilizes Epic EMR. Call coverage is negotiable, with occasional after-hours call required including emergent cases such as C-sections; credentialing takes approximately 90 days and temporary privileges are not available.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable


• Support Staff: CRNAs and MDs


• Patient Population: All Ages


• Location Type: On-Site


• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes


• Government: No


• Percentage Hands On: 50%


• Supervision/Medical Direction: Supervision


• Staffing Model: Medical supervision model 1:6; 50% hands-on MD; CRNAs and MDs perform independent regional anesthesia