Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Anesthesiology

Description

This is a contract on-site position offering a unique opportunity to provide essential anesthesia care in a dynamic medical practice setting.

As a Locum Anesthesiologist you will deliver high-quality perioperative care administer anesthesia and monitor patients throughout surgical procedures. You will collaborate closely with surgeons nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety. This role is ideal for an Associate-level physician seeking flexible contract work in a supportive clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia for surgical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Monitor patients vital signs and adjust anesthesia levels as needed
• Conduct pre-anesthetic assessments and evaluate patient medical histories
• Collaborate with surgeons and surgical teams to plan anesthesia care
• Manage post-anesthesia recovery and pain management
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide critical care support
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with medical protocols safety standards and regulations
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding anesthesia procedures
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits
• Stay current with advancements in anesthesiology and best practices

Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Associate-level experience in Anesthesiology
• Valid medical license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction
• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology
• Strong clinical skills in anesthesia administration and patient monitoring
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care
• Willingness to work on-site in Vancouver

Schedule: 10 or 12-hour shifts

Call Requirement: Weeknights (7:30p-7:30a) or weekends (24-hour)

Monthly Volume: 750 surgical cases 300 deliveries

Facility: 10 ORs 2 endo rooms 2 cath rooms Level II NICU

Cases: Bread & butter total joint GI general surgery OB neuro and cranial; some pediatric and cardiac cases

Heavy robotics DaVinci

Spinals/epidurals required

1:4 care team model

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses