Chief Anesthesiologist - HSHS St. Francis Hospital Litchfield - Full Time

Chief Of Anesthesia

Opportunity for a Chief of Anesthesia to practice in a highly autonomous environment. Blended team model, with physician and CRNAs sharing call and personally providing anesthesia. Diverse case mix which affords the opportunity to utilize regional anesthesia skills.

St. Francis Hospital is a Catholic not-for-profit health care facility. The hospital is an affiliate of Hospital Sisters Health System sponsored by the Hospital Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis. The Hospital Sisters established St. Francis Hospital in 1875 in Litchfield, Illinois, with the mission of meeting the needs of those living within the two-county area.

St. Francis Hospital is a fully licensed and accredited, not-for-profit health care facility. Employing nearly 240 area residents, the hospital has a full range of medical services; surgery center; cancer care center; state-of-the-art imaging for diagnostic purposes; and physical, cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation. In addition, St. Francis is the only hospital in the two-county area providing maternity services.

Case Assignments Diverse case mix.

Shifts No in-house call.

Team Leadership Matthew Walsh, MD Senior Vice President Dr. Walsh is a Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology and a specialist in cardiovascular anesthesia. He received his Doctorate of Medicine from Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, IL, where he also fulfilled his anesthesia residency. His professional affiliations include membership in the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Illinois Society of Anesthesiologists.

Team Highlights Care team model. Cohesive group.

Responsibilities Assist in the directing and coordinating of activities in the Anesthesia Department. Responsible for the medical management of patients who are rendered unconscious and/or insensible to pain and emotional stress during surgery and other medical procedures. Pre-anesthesia assessment. Obtains and/or verifies patient consent. Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient. Induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia. Monitoring of the patient's physiological condition. Performance of clinical intervention as needed.

Requirements M.D./D.O. Degree from an accredited College of Medicine. ECFMG and FLEX. Completion of approved residency in anesthesia. Currently licensed as a physician.

Lifestyle Litchfield, IL: The hospital is located halfway between St. Louis, Missouri, and Springfield, Illinois. The hospital serves the areas of Montgomery and Macoupin counties. Area Attractions: Museums. Outdoor markets. Lakes and outdoor activities.

Total Rewards Salary: $520K. Sign-on bonus: $50K. Variable chief stipend: $30K. Generous paid time off. Generous benefits package, including: Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD&D insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts. 401(k) Profit sharing. Fully paid malpractice insurance coverage. Leadership and professional development opportunities.

EEO Statement North American Partners in Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer.

North American Partners in Anesthesia