Pediatric Anesthesiologist – Academic Practice with a Diverse Clinical Mix

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Dartmouth Health, based in Lebanon, NH, invites a BE/BC fellowship-trained pediatric anesthesiologist to join our Department of Anesthesiology in a thriving academic environment. The role combines pediatric leadership with a broad clinical practice across pediatric and adult cases.

We offer a collegial, family-friendly setting in New Hampshire’s Upper Valley, with opportunities for teaching, research, and professional development within a respected academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology.
• Pediatric Fellowship trained.
• Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthetic care for pediatric and adult patients, with pediatric assignments prioritized.
• Manage a broad spectrum of pediatric cases from routine to complex.
• Care across pediatric settings, supported by NICU/PICU services.
• Participate in pediatric non-operating room anesthesia (NORA).
• Collaborate with surgeons, pediatric specialists, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship of residents and medical students.
• Contribute to the academic mission through clinical education and research opportunities.
• Support development of pediatric anesthesia services while maintaining broad clinical practice.

Skills

Pediatric anesthesia

Team collaboration

Clinical teaching

Education

Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology

Board-certified/board-eligible in Anesthesiology

NH/VT medical licensure eligible

Job description

Responsibilities

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center is seeking a highly qualified, BE/BC Fellowship Trained Pediatric Anesthesiologistto join our collaborative Department of Anesthesiology. As a tertiary academic medical and cancer center, we offer an engaging and varied clinical practice encompassing both pediatric and adult anesthesiology. This opportunity is ideal for a fellowship-trained pediatric anesthesiologist who values caring for children while maintaining a broad clinical practice within a supportive academic environment.

At Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, we are committed to fostering a collegial, supportive, and family-friendly environment where physicians can thrive professionally and personally. Located in New Hampshire’s Upper Valley, our community offers an exceptional quality of life, with access to outdoor recreation, vibrant local communities, and the cultural and educational resources of a major academic center. We value work-life balance and offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying all that northern New England has to offer.

What You’ll Do

• Provide anesthetic care for both pediatric and adult patients, with pediatric assignments prioritized within a varied academic clinical practice.
• Manage a broad spectrum of pediatric cases, from routine ambulatory procedures to complex surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Provide care across a range of pediatric settings, supported by a 30-bed Level III NICU, PICU, and expanding pediatric procedural services.
• Participate in pediatric non-operating room anesthesia (NORA), with opportunities to support the continued growth of pediatric anesthesia services throughout the region.
• Collaborate with surgeons, pediatric specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship of anesthesiology residents and medical students within a program that welcomes eight anesthesiology residents annually.
• Contribute to the academic mission of the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College through clinical education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for research and academic advancement.
• Help advance clinical excellence and the continued development of pediatric anesthesia services while maintaining a broad and engaging clinical practice.

Why You’ll Love This Practice

• Enjoy a balanced schedule with 1,680 weekday clinical hours annually, equivalent to 10 weeks off per year.
• Receive competitive shift-based compensation, with premium pay for shifts beyond standard clinical hours.
• Benefit from the resources and academic connection of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, including opportunities for teaching and professional development.
• Receive up to $15,000 in relocation assistance, based on mileage, to help make your move easier.

Live Well Outside the Hospital

• Enjoy the welcoming feel of a New Hampshire community with a strong connection to the outdoors.
• Take advantage of four-season recreation, including skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and more.
• Experience beautiful New England scenery without the congestion and pace of a major metropolitan area.
• Find family-friendly communities, excellent schools, and a great environment for putting down roots.
• Enjoy local restaurants, arts, cultural events, and community activities throughout the region.

Chair, Department of Anesthesiology

Why Dartmouth Health?

Nestled within the stunning New England landscape, the Department of Anesthesiology at Dartmouth Health’s main hospital in Lebanon, New Hampshire, offers an exceptional blend of rural charm and modern convenience. This picturesque area provides easy access to the Atlantic seacoast and a wealth of outdoor activities, all while being just a stone’s throw away from the cultural richness of Dartmouth College. Major cities like Boston, Montreal, and New York are within a short drive, and regional airports in Burlington, Manchester, and Boston ensure seamless travel for both national and international adventures. We prioritize a harmonious balance between income and lifestyle, fostering a welcoming environment for our team. Our long-standing physicians often describe their experience here as rewarding, appreciating the opportunity to raise their families in a safe community with highly ranked public and private schools. Join us and discover a place where professional fulfillment meets personal well-being.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in New Hampshire and Vermont.
• Pediatric Fellowship trained.
• Excellent clinical judgment, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and patient-centered care.