General | Anesthesiologist

GHR Healthcare; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 9,000 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Car stipend

Job summary

United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company, is seeking a locum-tenens Anesthesiologist in Pottstown, PA to cover general, orthopedic, dental, urology, and ENT cases with a strong CRNA team in a supportive community hospital.

The assignment runs from March 3, 2026, to March 5, 2027 (52 weeks). Expect 32 hours per week, with 16-hour days and 24-hour call shifts as needed, in a setting with Epic EMR.

Qualifications

• Board-certified anesthesiologist required or fellowship training preferred.
• Minimum 1 year post-residency experience in anesthesiology; high-volume ortho experience preferred.
• Proficiency with peripheral nerve blocks and regional anesthesia techniques.
• Experience supervising CRNAs and working in an anesthesia care team (MD:CRNA ratio typically 1:2 to 1:4).

Responsibilities

• Provide safe anesthesia management for general, ortho, dental, urology, and ENT cases.
• Conduct pre-anesthesia evaluations and obtain informed consent.
• Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia; monitor status and intervene as needed.
• Perform regional and nerve blocks for orthopedic and other cases as appropriate.
• Supervise CRNAs and coordinate perioperative care.
• Participate in department communications and quality initiatives.
• Document accurately in Epic and support throughput and patient safety.

Skills

Board certification

CRNA supervision

Nerve blocks

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

Residency in Anesthesiology

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – Pottstown, PA (General, Ortho, Dental, Urology, ENT)

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist in Pottstown, PA — Board-certified anesthesiologist needed for general, orthopedic, dental, urology, and ENT cases; work with a strong CRNA team in a supportive small community hospital.

Join a collaborative anesthesia team at a community hospital in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. This locum tenens anesthesia opportunity offers a dynamic clinical mix, excellent workplace culture, and convenient access to the greater Philadelphia area — ideal for anesthesia professionals seeking Pennsylvania locum tenens or short-term anesthesia jobs.

Job Details

• Location: Pottstown, PA 19464 (Montgomery County — easy commute to Philadelphia)
• Assignment Type: Locum tenens anesthesiologist / locum tenens anesthesia
• Start Date: March 3, 2026
• End Date: March 5, 2027 (52 weeks)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $8,860 – $9,340
• Shift Duration: 16-hour days; typical coverage includes 10-hour day shifts required and 24-hour call shifts preferred
• Hours Per Week: 32
• Case Mix / Case Types: General anesthesia, Orthopedic (high-volume), Dental, Urology, ENT
• Charting / EMR: Epic
• Lodging / Housing Stipend: $126 daily
• Car Rental / Mileage Stipend: $250 weekly

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited College of Medicine
• Board certification or fellowship in Anesthesiology (board-certified anesthesiologist preferred)
• Completion of an accredited Anesthesiology residency
• Current Physician license in Pennsylvania, or eligibility to obtain PA medical license (PA license preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of post-residency anesthesiology experience; preference for providers with high-volume orthopedic anesthesia experience
• Proficiency with peripheral nerve blocks and regional anesthesia techniques
• Experience supervising CRNAs and working collaboratively in an anesthesia care team (MD:CRNA ratio typically 1:2 to 1:4)

Responsibilities

• Provide safe medical management of patients undergoing anesthesia for surgery and procedures across general, ortho, dental, urology, and ENT cases
• Conduct pre-anesthesia evaluations, obtain/verify informed consent, and discuss anesthetic options and risks with patients
• Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia; monitor physiologic status and intervene clinically as needed
• Perform regional and peripheral nerve blocks for orthopedic and other cases as appropriate
• Supervise and collaborate with CRNAs to ensure high-quality perioperative care
• Assist in directing and coordinating activities in the Anesthesia Department and participate in department communication and quality initiatives
• Complete accurate documentation in Epic and support perioperative throughput and patient safety

Why This Locum Tenens Anesthesiology Job?

• Competitive weekly pay for locum tenens anesthesiologists and robust stipend package (housing & car/mileage)
• Supportive CRNA team and collaborative anesthesia environment ideal for team-based care
• Varied case mix with a high volume of orthopedic cases — great opportunity to use regional anesthesia skills
• Experience with Epic EMR and modern perioperative workflows
• Work-life balance in a scenic, welcoming community with easy access to Philadelphia — perfect for Pennsylvania anesthesia jobs

Benefits

1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.

About GHR

About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company

For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.

We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.