Acute Care, Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Genetics, Hospital, Leadership, Medical Office, Medical Records, Medications, Mentoring, Nursing Management, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Pain Management, Patient Assessment, Pediatrics, Postanesthesia, Pumps, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Team Player
Description
Job title: General Anesthesiologist
Location: Greenville, North Carolina
Status: Full-time Exempt; 3-year Partnership Track
Department: Clinical - Physicians
Overview:
We are seeking a generalist to join our physician-owned group practice in Greenville NC. We are a thriving and expanding private practice at a Level 1 trauma center in NC with nearly 1,000 beds (21st largest in US). Starting pay is highly competitive, and multiple clinical pathways are available including a 3-year path to partnership to the interested individual who excels in teamwork, leadership, and has a strong work ethic. We seek dynamic team players with future leadership potential. Clinical excellence is essential in our fast-paced and medically-directed environment that includes all types of cases for generalists except cardiac pump and high-acuity pediatric cases. We are a team system and provide mentoring in areas that need to be strengthened or require more experience. If you feel you may be a match for our practice please contact us!
Residents are welcome to apply as well, and we offer mentorships and support for physicians coming out of residency. This is an excellent location to solidify anesthesia skills as all cases are performed including trauma. We offer a signing bonus and partnership track with no buy in required. Call is shared equally among the physician team.
ECU Health Greenville, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the flagship hospital for ECU Health. This large health system serves a catchment area of nearly 2 million residents!
Job Summary:
The General Anesthesiologist will provide anesthetics at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, NC. The General Anesthesiologist will conduct patient evaluations, examinations, and medical histories to develop an anesthetic plan conducive with the patient workup. The physician will not only work with patients, but provide medical supervision to certified registered nurse anesthetists in ensuring safe care with optimal outcomes. The physician will use various anesthesia techniques, including strong regional anesthesia, during a variety of general outpatient procedures and surgeries, and will adjust the plan accordingly. The physician will also monitor post-operative care to ensure a safe, quality recovery.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Prepares and administers general and regional anesthetics and pain medication, adjusting as needed before, during, and after surgery and other procedures.
Provides anesthesia maintenance and adjustment before, during, and after procedures.
Maintains patient records.
Orders diagnostic tests as needed.
Works closely with surgical specialists.
Performs venous and arterial punctures.
Performs pre-anesthesia patient evaluation.
Provides post-anesthesia care and evaluation.
Provides and monitors mechanical ventilation.
Communicate with patients, and their families and caregivers.
Reacts appropriately to adverse reactions and complications.
Evaluates patient histories, lab results, and surgical plans to determine an appropriate anesthesia and pain management plan.
Monitors patient fluid, blood, and electrolyte balance, and other vital signs and critical functions during the course of procedures.
Performs tracheal intubation, airway management, and extubation.
Monitors patients following procedures to determine when they can be safely moved from one stage of recovery to the next.
Takes detailed medical history to determine possible allergic or negative reactions to medication.
Supervises registered nurse anesthetists and other technical staff.
Mentors and supervises anesthesiology interns, residents, and fellows.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or eligibility (BC/BE) in anesthesiology.
Strong regional skills, fellowship not required.
NC state medical license.
Experience not required, residents are welcome to apply.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent communication, bedside manner, and organizational skills.
Strong commitment to patient care and safety.
Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, performance-driven environment.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Work performed in an office environment.
Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.
Work may be stressful at times.
Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive.
ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.