Physician (Anesthesia Service Chief)

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical society is seeking an Anesthesia Service Chief accountable for clinical program activities and compliance. The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary policies, optimize patient care, and support collaborative initiatives within a dynamic clinical environment, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Malpractice coverage

CME reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have current unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship trained or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and recommend interdisciplinary service policies.
• Coordinate activities for optimal patient care.
• Participate in committees to influence policy changes.

Skills

Leadership

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Policy Development

Education

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Completion of residency training

Job description

The Anesthesia Service Chief will be directly accountable to the Medical Center Management Team for day-to-day administrative activities of the service and accountable to the Chief of Staff for clinical program activities and overall compliance with VISN-wide policies and procedures.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or licensing may be tentatively selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are met. Current VA-employed physicians who met the initial appointment requirements are deemed to have met the basic requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited)
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from an approved school
• Current unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Completed residency training in an approved program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Enrolled residents in ACGME/AOA accredited programs may be appointed as 'Physician Resident Providers' (PRPs), who are fully licensed but only appointed on an intermittent or fee basis and are not considered independent practitioners
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Must be Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship trained or have equivalent experience; proof of training required
• Physical and mental ability to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation

Duties

• Formulate and recommend interdisciplinary service policies and establish administrative activities to ensure clinical program effectiveness
• Coordinate activities with other services and clinics for optimal patient care
• Define service requirements, functions, and scope to other services
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborate on service initiatives
• Recommend qualified personnel and assess off-site sources for patient care needs
• Support service orientation and ongoing education
• Contribute to policy development affecting patient care
• Participate in committees and groups to influence policy changes
• Promote staff development and maintain awareness of policies and directives
• Maintain effective relationships with union representatives and collaborate on policy planning
• This position offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including EDRP eligibility, competitive salary, paid time off, retirement benefits, insurance, licensure, CME reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and no employment contract restrictions.