PHYSICIAN - CARDIAC ANESTHESIA

Independence Health System; Kentucky; On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kentucky is seeking a Cardiac Anesthesiologist to examine and monitor patients throughout surgical processes. The role demands a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with a Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship and at least 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include informing patients of anesthesia risks and ensuring their safety and care during operations. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position, along with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in anesthesiology.
• Strong ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and review medical history.
• Inform patients of risks associated with anesthesia.
• Monitor patient care throughout the surgical process.
• Respond to emergencies and unexpected complications.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship

Tools

BLS (Basic Life Support)

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

DEA License

Job description

The Cardiac Anesthesiologist is responsible for examining patients, reviewing their medical history, determining the physical status of the patient, informing the patient of all risks/side effects associated with anesthesia, monitoring and evaluating patient care throughout the surgical process, and ensuring patient safety. The position manages patients throughout the continuum of hospital care by collaborating with other medical professionals.

Essential Job Functions

• Refer patients to medical specialists or other professionals as appropriate.
• Obtain and/or verify patient consent.
• Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient.
• Order and administer analgesics/sedatives during the perioperative period.
• Evaluate the patient throughout the perioperative period.
• Determine the physical status of the patient and plan accordingly.
• Monitor and provide support of vital functions, including, but not limited to, management of ventilation and administration of fluids and blood products.
• Airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Respond to emergencies and unexpected complications.
• Make decisions in a highly stressful environment.
• Prescribe medications as appropriate.
• Document throughout the perioperative period.
• Finalize Anesthesia Records.
• Participate in Independence Health System Medical Group meetings and leadership meetings upon request.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship.
• 3 years of experience in anesthesiology.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Board Certification or Board eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• Act 33 with renewal.
• Act 34 with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support).
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
• DEA License.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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