Physician Anesthesiology - Competitive Salary

Job Description Job Description Join a dynamic hospital team in upstate New York as a locum tenens anesthesiologist. You’ll provide peri‑operative anesthesia services for a busy surgical schedule, including occasional call and weekend coverage. The assignment offers a predictable day‑time schedule with the flexibility to take on additional hours as needed. Key Details Assignment Type: Locum Tenens Setting: Hospital Start Date: ASAP Schedule: Days, 36 hours guaranteed (potential up to 48 hours with weekends and call) Patient Population: Adult Location: Plattsburgh, NY Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non‑local candidates Benefits Weekly direct deposit Malpractice insurance with tail coverage Supportive credentialing assistance Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable) Job Responsibilities Deliver general and regional anesthesia for a variety of surgical cases. Conduct pre‑operative assessments and develop individualized anesthesia plans. Monitor patients intra‑operatively, adjusting anesthetic depth and managing airway as required. Provide post‑anesthesia care, ensuring smooth recovery and patient safety. Respond to call and weekend duties as scheduled, maintaining high standards of care. Qualifications Board‑eligible or board‑certified in Anesthesiology. Medical license valid in New York State (or eligibility for licensure). Completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program. Current BLS/ACLS certification. Working Hours Standard day shifts covering 36 hours per week. Ability to work additional hours (up to 48 hours weekly) when weekend or call coverage is needed. Required to work 2 of the 4 winter holidays. Skills Proficiency with airway management, intravenous access, and hemodynamic monitoring. Strong knowledge of anesthetic pharmacology and peri‑operative medicine. Excellent communication skills for interaction with surgeons, nursing staff, and patients. Ability to function effectively in high‑stress, time‑critical environments.