PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGIST

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Health’s Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Pediatric Anesthesia department seeks a Pediatric Anesthesiologist to provide comprehensive perioperative care for pediatric patients, particularly those 0–4 years and younger with comorbidities. The role involves clinical care, resident training, and quality assurance projects across hospital and ambulatory settings.

The position emphasizes patient safety, teamwork with CRNA staff, and involvement in daily administration as needed, with

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical college.
• Illinois medical license or ability to obtain before starting.
• Completed Anesthesiology Residency and Pediatric Fellowship OR combined Anesthesia and Pediatric Residency.
• Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology (ABA).
• Active Illinois Controlled Substance License and DEA license.
• Pediatric Anesthesia clinical experience documented in past 24 months.
• ACLS and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides anesthetic care throughout the hospital per compliance standards.
• Offers full anesthetic services for pediatric and adult patients as needed.
• Supervises CRNAs and participates in resident education.
• Delivers anesthesia in OR, OB, PACU, ICU, and related clinical settings.
• Performs preoperative assessment and post-anesthesia recovery planning.
• Coordinates anesthesia administration with surgeons and OR staff.
• Maintains airway management and life support as needed.
• Adheres to HIPAA and hospital policies in all activities.

Skills

Anesthesiology

Pediatric anesthesia

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal communication

Decision making

Teaching residents

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical college

Tools

ACLS certification

PALS certification

DEA license

Job description

LOCATION:

John H. Stroger, JR. Hospital

DEPARTMENT:

Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Pediatric Anesthesia

Job Summary

The Pediatric Anesthesiologist will be responsible for care of pediatric patients with priority to 0-4 years or older based on comorbidities, resident training, daily administrative duties, and conducting quality assurance projects per the needs of the Anesthesiology Service. 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 all pediatric and adult patients (when needed), 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, participates in the training of residents, and provides medical direction to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist’s (CRNA)
• Provides anesthesia related care in all functional areas of the Operating Room, Obstetrics, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit Ward, and clinical settings
• Examines patients, obtains medical history, and uses diagnostic test to determine risk during surgical and other medical procedures
• Coordinates 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) methods
• 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, takes 1st call (in-house), 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th calls or other calls based on Operating Room (OR) needs including Pediatric calls
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by the Department Chair

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical college or university
• Licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment
• Successfully completed Anesthesiology Residency training and successfully completed Pediatric Fellowship training OR combined Anesthesia and Pediatric Residency
• Board certified or Board eligible in Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
• Active Illinois Controlled Substance License or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment
• Active Drug Enforcement Agency License or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment
• Commensurate Pediatric Anesthesia clinical experience (documented) during the previous 24 months
• Active Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Active Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

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
• Strong decision making skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work daily hours, take 1st call (in-house), as well as 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th calls based on O.R. 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.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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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 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 an 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 Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Must Meet Required Qualifications At Time Of Application

• Degrees awarded outside 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 must 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.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER