Anesthesiologist (Physician)

Location: Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, Fort Hood, TX

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly qualified Anesthesiologist to provide expert medical management and consultation during the perioperative period, pain medicine, and critical care medicine at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, delivering high-quality care to our military community.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Certification:

• Degree: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)
• Accreditation: Degree must be accredited by one of the following:
  • Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association
  • Association of American Medical Colleges
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association
  • Any accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and ACGME at the time of degree completion
• Internship/Residency: Must have successfully completed an approved program accredited by:
  • Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
  • Committee on Postdoctoral Training of the American Osteopathic Association

Licensure & Certification:

• Board Certification: Must be Board Certified in Anesthesiology
• State License: Must hold a current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Texas
• DEA Certification: Required for those writing prescriptions for controlled substances
• Basic & Advanced Life Support Certifications: (must be hands-on, through AHA or Red Cross)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Experience:

• Must have actively practiced as an Anesthesiologist for at least two (2) years within the past three (3) years
• The two years of required experience must have ended no more than one year prior to application

Additional Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship: Required
• English Proficiency: Must be able to read, write, and speak English effectively
• Physical Capability: Must be physically capable of performing duties, including standing and/or sitting for extended periods

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert medical management and consultation in perioperative care, pain medicine, and critical care medicine
• Perform a wide variety of anesthesiology procedures and techniques, including administering assisted and controlled ventilation to patients with tracheotomies and other complex conditions
• Conduct artificial airway care and maintenance
• Interpret blood gas studies and adjust ventilator settings accordingly
• Administer special ventilation techniques such as positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and intermittent mandatory ventilation (IMV)
• Assess respiratory status, evaluate effectiveness of therapy, and make treatment recommendations
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of pharmacology, including drug interactions, dosages, and administration methods
• Utilize medical software for data management, statistical applications, and patient records

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful role
• Work in a state-of-the-art medical facility with a skilled and dedicated healthcare team
• Competitive compensation and benefits package