GENERAL ANESTHESIOLOGIST

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employer-provided professional growth

Job summary

Cook County Health and Hospitals System seeks a General Anesthesiologist to provide patient care across John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital, Provident Hospital, and related clinics. The role includes clinical anesthesia, resident training, and quality assurance projects.

Responsibilities cover preoperative assessment through postoperative care, with supervising CRNAs and coordinating with surgical teams. Requires Illinois license, ABA credentials, and ACLS certification, with on-call duties included.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical college or university.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Illinois or able to obtain license before start.
• Completed Anesthesiology Residency training.
• Board certified or eligible in Anesthesiology by the ABA.
• Active Illinois Controlled Substance License or ability to obtain.
• Active DEA license or ability to obtain.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provides anesthetic care throughout the hospital meeting standards.
• Preoperative assessment, intraoperative anesthesia, and postoperative care.
• Supervises residents and provides medical direction to CRNAs.
• Administers anesthesia in OR, OB, PACU, ICU and other settings.
• Examines patients, reviews history, and manages risk during procedures.
• Coordinates work with nurses, residents, CRNAs, and surgeons.
• Administers local, regional, general, and MAC anesthesia.
• Maintains life support and airway management as needed.
• Determines recovery status and disposition post-surgery.
• Works daily hours and takes in-house on-call as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Department Chair.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Airway management

Patient care excellence

Team leadership

Resident mentorship

Clinical judgment

Education

MD/DO degree

Illinois medical license

Anesthesiology Residency

ABA board certified/eligible

DEA license

ACLS certification

Job description

GENERAL ANESTHESIOLOGIST

Job Number

00139364

Job Posting

Aug 13, 2026, 11:55:02 PM

Closing Date

Ongoing Full-time A.M. P.M.

Organization

Health and Hospital Systems

LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Anesthesiology & Pain Management

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

JOB SUMMARY

The General Anesthesiologist will be responsible for patient care, resident training, daily administrative duties, and conducting quality assurance projects per the needs of the Anesthesiology Service throughout CCH covering services as John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital, Provident Hospital, and clinics/procedure areas where anesthesiology services are provided. The scope of these activities cover hospitalized patients and all phases of ambulatory care. The majority of the Anesthesiologist's time will be devoted to patient care. Administrative duties and quality assurance activities will be offered based on the needs of the department.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Provides anesthetic care throughout the hospital while meeting and exceeding compliance standards
• Provides complete range of anesthetic care to patients including preoperative assessment, intraoperative anesthetic administration and monitoring, and post anesthesia care in compliance with the national Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations standards
• Works independently, supervises residents, and provides medical direction to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist's (CRNA)
• Provides anesthesia related care in all dedicated areas of the Operating Rooms (OR), Obstetrics, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Intensive Care Units and other clinical settings
• Examines patients, obtains medical history, and uses diagnostic test to determine risk during surgical and other medical procedures
• Coordinates and directs work during medical procedures with nurses, residents, CRNA's, medical technicians, and health care providers
• Administers anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures using local, regional, general, and Monitor Anesthesia Care (MAC) types of anesthesia
• Coordinates the administration of anesthetics with surgeons during procedures in the operation room
• Provides and maintains life support and airway management as needed, and helps prepare patients for emergency surgery
• Determines when patients have recovered, or stabilized enough, to be transferred to Intensive Care Unit, or discharged home following surgery
• Works daily hours, take 1st call (in-house), as well as 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th calls or other calls based on OR needs
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by the Department Chair

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical college or university is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
• Licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment is required.
• Successfully completed Anesthesiology Residency training is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
• Board certified or Board eligible in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiologist(ABA) is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
• Active Illinois Controlled Substance License or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment is required.
• Active Drug Enforcement Agency License or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment is required.
• Active Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of experience in an academic program is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to ensure the protection of the confidentiality and security of healthcare information for all patients
• Strong working knowledge base in anesthesiology and pain management; participates in the development and implementation of program planning, objectives, policies, and standards essential to the delivery of quality anesthetic care
• Proficiency in the safe administration of blood and blood products ensuring that all protocol is followed
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills -the ability to establish rapport with families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work daily hours, take 1st call (in-house), as well as 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th calls or other calls based on OR needs
• Ability to build relationships within the organization and to represent CCH with appropriate outside agencies
• Ability to prepare reports and effectively present information in meetings
• Ability to exercise discretion and make wise decisions
• Excellent teaching and mentoring skills in clinical anesthesia for Oral Surgery residents, Anesthesia residents, and interns.
• Ability to handle many simultaneous demands and meet all required deadlines
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when challenged
• Ability to perform clinical duties as an anesthesiologist
• Sensitivity and respect in caring for patients and in dealing with patients, family members, trainees, and CCHHS staff of diverse backgrounds

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation ProgramPaid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents bust be presented at time of interview.

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois MD license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate’s start date

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications, and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing, or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.