Locums - CV Anesthesiology - MD - 797 - Mission Hospital

Odyssey Locums; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 248,000 - 358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Credentialing support

24/7 recruiter

Premium hourly pay

Paid housing

Paid travel

Tail coverage

Referral bonus

Job summary

Odyssey Locums is seeking a Cardiac Anesthesiologist for Asheville, NC. This assignment supports 1–2 CV anesthesia MDs covering 1–2 weeks per month, with TEE certification required and physician supervision of CRNAs.

Responsibilities include 10–12 hour shifts, weekdays, with ~15% pager call. Cases cover cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery, including TAVR, CABG, and MitraClip. Assignment duration is 6 months, possibly longer, with premium pay and full support from Odyssey.

Qualifications

• Must be TEE certified.
• Specialization in cardiac anesthesia is required.
• Ability to supervise CRNAs as MD:CRNA ratio is typical in cardiothoracic cases.

Responsibilities

• Cover cardiac/anesthesia cases in Asheville, NC.
• Shift type is 10–12 hours with Monday–Friday routine; pager call ~15%.
• Work with CV, thoracic, vascular surgeries including TAVR, CABG, MitraClip.

Skills

TEE certification

Education

MD/DO Anesthesiology

Job description

Looking for flexibility, competitive pay, and the chance to shape your own career path?

At Odyssey Locums, we connect Physicians at every stage of their career - from new graduates to seasoned clinicians— with rewarding locum tenens opportunities across the country.

As one of the fastest-growing locum tenens firms in the U.S., we partner with top hospitals, health systems, and medical groups to ensure continuity of care while giving providers freedom, financial growth, and the support they deserve.

With Odyssey, you gain a trusted advocate who handles all the details. Our experienced recruiters provide 24/7 support, streamlined credentialing, and access to locum assignments nationwide. We focus on maximizing provider pay while ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.

This new opportunity offers flexible scheduling, premium top of market pay and a supportive team.

The Role:

Cardiac Anesthesiologist Needed in Asheville, NC

• Location: Asheville, NC
• 1-2 CV Anesthesia MDs to cover 1-2 weeks per month
• Must be TEE certified
• Average Number of CV cases per day: 10-15
• Assignment duration: 6 months, possibly longer
• Shift Type: 10-12 hours. Regular Hours: Monday-Friday.
• Pager Call: Required. Frequency of call about 15% and may include weeknights and weekends.
• Cases: Cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgery, TAVR, CABG, MitraClip
• Site Charting System: Cerner, AIMS
• Are MDs supervising CRNAs: Yes (mainly supervisory)
• What is the CRNA to MD ratio: 1 MD:3 CRNA or 1 MD:4 CRNA
• Are MDs doing their own cases: Yes, MDs can work their own cases if preferred

We Offer:

• Streamlined credentialing
• 24/7 Dedicated recruiter and credentialing specialist
• Premium weeknight call + premium if called in
• Top of market premium hourly pay
• Paid Housing
• Paid Travel
• A++ rated malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• $2,000 referral bonus for any referral who works 160 hours.

The Facility:

Top Healthcare facility that offers a full range of healthcare services and has received recognition for healthcare excellence.

Take the first step into a premium Anesthesiology assignment with Odyssey Locums - where you can grow your career, earn on your terms, and partner with a locums firm that puts providers first.