Job Summary
Job Description
A healthcare organization in Reading, PA, is seeking a General Anesthesiologist to provide locum tenens coverage. This position focuses on operative anesthesia for acute care hospital cases, excluding cardiac coverage. Candidates must have recent experience in acute care hospitals, not primarily ASCs, and should be available for consistent weekday shifts.
Key Details:
- Position: Locum Tenens General Anesthesiologist
- Start Date: January 27, 2025
- End Date: Ongoing
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10-hour shifts (4x10s)
- Call Requirement: No call required
- Holiday Closure: Closed on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rate
Travel and Lodging for Non-Local Providers:
- Travel and lodging assistance available upon request
Benefits:
- Streamlined Credentialing Process: Efficient onboarding
- Comprehensive Malpractice Coverage: Full malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- 24/7 Recruiter Support: Guidance and assistance throughout your assignment
- Personalized Placement Process: Matching your skills and preferences with the assignment
Job Responsibilities
Administer anesthesia for operative cases, excluding cardiac and sedation-only cases
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including anesthesiologists, nursing staff, anesthesia techs, and NPs
Deliver care for patients aged 1 year and up
Document patient interactions and procedures accurately within the Epic EMR system
Qualifications
Recent acute care hospital experience required
Proficiency in Epic EMR required (please include experience details)
Clean malpractice and NPDB record
Must be able to handle a variety of cases; sedation-only bids will not be considered
Working Hours
Call Coverage: No call responsibilities
Skills
Strong collaboration and communication skills with multidisciplinary teams
Expertise in Epic EMR for documentation and case management