Cardiac Anesthesiologist

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance options

MD-only care model options

Job summary

East Jefferson General Hospital, part of LCMC Health, in Metairie, LA, seeks a fellowship-trained Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join a growing cardiovascular anesthesia program. The role offers full-time and PRN options within a high-acuity, collaborative team environment, supporting routine CABG, valve surgeries, and advanced transplant cases.

The department emphasizes high standards of patient safety, quality, and professional excellence, with flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology.
• Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure.
• BLS and ACLS certification current.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care for cardiothoracic patients.
• Perform pre-anesthesia evaluations and post-anesthesia assessments within established timelines.
• Direct anesthesia and sedation services per standards of care.
• Ensure compliance with consent, infection prevention, medication safety, and life-support protocols.
• Supervise and coordinate anesthesia care delivery for assigned patients.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting requirements.
• Monitor, inspect, and ensure readiness of anesthesia equipment.
• Collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, CRNAs, nursing, and care teams to optimize outcomes.

Education

MD or DO

Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology

Louisiana medical licensure eligible

Current BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist

East Jefferson General Hospital | LCMC Health

Metairie, Louisiana

Full-time and PRN

Join a Growing Advanced Cardiothoracic Program

East Jefferson General Hospital, part of LCMC Health, is seeking a fellowship-trained Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join our expanding cardiovascular anesthesia team. As our cardiothoracic surgery program continues to grow, candidates will have the opportunity to support a broad range of complex procedures, from routine CABG and valve surgeries to heart and lung transplantation.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative, high-acuity program with flexible practice models, competitive compensation, and excellent work-life balance options.

Why Join Us?

• Growing cardiothoracic surgery and transplant program
• Diverse case mix including CABG, valve, mechanical circulatory support, and thoracic transplant procedures
• Flexible scheduling and compensation models
• Multiple practice options involving residents, CRNAs, or MD-only care models
• Full-time W-2 opportunities available
• 1099 coverage opportunities also considered
• Immediate start available
• Interest in candidates with critical care training to support perioperative and ICU initiatives

Position Highlights

The Cardiac Anesthesiologist is responsible for directing anesthesia and sedation services throughout the hospital while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities Include

• Providing comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care for cardiothoracic surgical patients
• Performing pre-anesthesia evaluations and post-anesthesia assessments within established timelines
• Directing anesthesia and sedation services in accordance with nationally recognized standards of care
• Ensuring compliance with patient consent, infection prevention, medication safety, and life-support protocols
• Supervising and coordinating anesthesia care delivery for assigned patients
• Participating in quality improvement and performance initiatives
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and reporting requirements
• Monitoring, inspecting, and ensuring readiness of anesthesia equipment
• Collaborating with surgeons, intensivists, CRNAs, nursing, and multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure
• Current BLS and ACLS certification

Preferred

• Additional Critical Care/ICU training or experience
• Expertise in advanced cardiothoracic anesthesia procedures and perioperative echocardiography

Call & Practice Information

• First call: Negotiable
• Post-call day off: Negotiable
• Second call: None
• Department leadership role: No
• Partnership track: No

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital is a flagship member of LCMC Health, serving the Greater New Orleans region with nationally recognized cardiovascular, transplant, and surgical services. Our expanding cardiothoracic program offers physicians the opportunity to practice at the forefront of advanced cardiac care while enjoying the culture, cuisine, and lifestyle of Southeast Louisiana.

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

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The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.