Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology Opportunity in Northern New York

Job Description

Join a Collaborative Anesthesia Team in the Heart of the Adirondacks

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a  Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Anesthesiologist to join our collegial team serving CVPH in Plattsburgh, NY. This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, personalized care in a region known for its natural beauty and welcoming communities.

Position Highlights

• Primary Site: CVPH – a 300-bed hospital with 9 ORs and an Ambulatory Surgery Center.
• Care Model: Majority 1:1 model, with charge anesthesiologist occasionally supervising 2:1.
• Team Composition:
  • 5 full-time anesthesiologists
  • 2 CRNAs
  • Supported by 2 full-time locum CRNAs and 2–5 rotating locum anesthesiologists

Call Structure

• Equitably shared among anesthesiologists
• Typically includes  one 24-hour first-call and  one second-call per week
• Weekend call varies; second-call providers must be within a 30-minute radius
• Second-call providers generally released by 1 PM next day
• Home call permitted with a 15-minute response time
• Overnight responsibilities include epidurals, OB, and general surgery emergencies (no neurosurgery)

Work–Life Balance

• Flexible Scheduling: Ability to tailor call volume to match your lifestyle
• Shifts: 8-hour first shifts and 6-hour post-second shifts, plus ~30 additional shifts annually
• AHMC Coverage: Currently limited to vacation coverage only, with plans to reduce further
• Time Off:  7 weeks of PTO annually

Clinical Environment

• Case Mix: No open-heart, intracranial neurosurgery, or intensive pediatric cases
• Trauma Level: CVPH is a Level III Trauma Center; higher-acuity cases are transferred
• Technology: EPIC EMR system-wide
• Teaching: Opportunities to work with family medicine and emergency medicine residents

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Call Pay: Additional compensation for extended hours and call coverage
• CME Support: $8,000 annual CME fund, with $4,000 eligible to roll over
• Relocation Assistance: Support available; affordable housing including lakefront and mountain-view properties

Location Perks

Plattsburgh, NY

• Lakeside living on Lake Champlain
• Easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and outdoor recreation
• Close to Montreal (70 minutes), Burlington, VT, and Lake Placid
• Affordable cost of living and excellent schools

Malone, NY

• Nestled in the Adirondack foothills
• Four-season recreation including skiing at Titus Mountain
• Family-friendly community with low crime and scenic housing options

About UVM Health Network

The University of Vermont Health Network is a six-hospital system delivering academic-level care with a community-first approach. We’re committed to accessible, high-quality healthcare supported by shared expertise and advanced technology.