Cardiac Anesthesiologist — Perioperative Leader

Independence Health System Inc.; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System Inc. in Butler, PA, seeks a Cardiac Anesthesiologist responsible for evaluating patients, reviewing medical histories, and determining perioperative plans to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.

The role collaborates with surgeons and care teams throughout the surgical continuum, manages analgesia and ventilation, documents anesthesia records, and participates in system meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship completed.
• Minimum 3 years of anesthesiology experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational and judgment skills.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Refer patients to medical specialists when appropriate.
• Obtain and verify patient consent.
• Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient.
• Order and administer analgesics/sedatives perioperatively.
• Evaluate the patient throughout the perioperative period.
• Determine the patient's physical status and plan accordingly.
• Monitor vital functions and manage ventilation, fluids, blood products.
• Airway management and CPR as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and complications.
• Make decisions in a high-stress environment.
• Prescribe medications as appropriate.
• Document perioperative care and finalize anesthesia records.
• Participate in system meetings when requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Decision-making

Education

MD/DO degree

Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship

Job description

Independence Health System Inc. in Butler, PA, seeks a Cardiac Anesthesiologist responsible for evaluating patients, reviewing medical histories, and determining perioperative plans to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.

The role collaborates with surgeons and care teams throughout the surgical continuum, manages analgesia and ventilation, documents anesthesia records, and participates in system meetings as needed.