Anesthesiologist PRN Physician | Anesthesiology | SOM | M67900

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Health is seeking a qualified Anesthesiologist in the Department of Anesthesiology. The role includes preanesthetic evaluation, intraoperative anesthesia, postoperative rounds, and potential critical care responsibilities.

The position involves teaching residents and medical students and may include clinical research opportunities within the department. Candidates must hold an MD or DO, be board eligible/certified in Anesthesiology, and be eligible for

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• ABA board eligible/certified in Anesthesiology required.
• Unrestricted VA licensure or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide preanesthetic evaluation and intraoperative anesthetic care.
• Supervise CRNAs as assigned by Chair or delegate.
• Deliver postoperative rounds and participate in critical care.
• Engage in teaching and scholarly activities as part of the department.

Skills

Board eligible/certified in Anesthesi-

Clinical teaching skills

Good communication skills

Education

MD or DO degree

Unrestricted Virginia medical licensure

Eligible for employment in the United States

Job description

Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Anesthesiology

Department Summary:

The Department of Anesthesiology is committed to delivering the best possible anesthetic and critical care to our patients, to advancing research and quality improvement in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine and training the next generation of anesthesiologists through our residency and fellowship programs along with medical student teaching.

Chief Purpose of this position: We are seeking candidates for the role of Anesthesiologists to provide care to patients at VCU Health as assigned by the Department Chair or Chair’s delegate. This includes preanesthetic evaluation, intraoperative anesthetic care, postoperative rounds, resuscitation and intensive care, therapeutic/diagnostic nerve blocks, and consultation in cases of chronic pain. Directs the activities of nurse anesthetists as assigned by Chair or Chair’s delegate.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Provides “bedside” clinical teaching of residents, medical students, student nurse anesthetists and others. Participates in the didactic teaching programs of the Department at this institution and attends conferences, rounds, and staff meetings as required by Chair
• Research: May pursue clinical or laboratory research and other scholarly interests independently but within the guidelines of the Institution and Department. Participate in clinical trials depending upon interest and area of specialization
• Service: May serve on various departmental, School of Medicine, University or VCU Health System committees as requested by Chair or determined via individual interest. The Department stresses the importance of being a good citizen of the institution and fosters community service at all levels
• Clinical: Provide clinical anesthesiology care to patients as directed by Department Chair or delegate including main Operating Rooms and ambulatory areas. May supervise and direct Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) as appropriate. Direct anesthesia care in other critical care areas of the medical center

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• ABA Board eligible/certified in Anesthesiology and/or certified/eligible for Critical Care Certification
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia
• Eligible for employment in the United States
• Good communication, clinical and teaching skills
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: PRN

ORP Eligible: N/A

Flexible Work Arrangement: Other

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Restricted: No

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss
Contact Email: [e-mail]