Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology Opportunity in Northern New York

Job Description

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Join a Collaborative Anesthesia Team in the Heart of the Adirondacks

J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship available.

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

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• Primary Site: CVPH a 300-bed hospital with 9 ORs and an Ambulatory Surgery Center.
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• Care Model: Majority 1:1 model, with charge anesthesiologist occasionally supervising 2:1.
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• Team Composition: \n
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  • 5 full-time anesthesiologists
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  • 2 CRNAs
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  • Supported by 2 full-time locum CRNAs and 25 rotating locum anesthesiologists
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Call Structure

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

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• Flexible Scheduling: Ability to tailor call volume to match your lifestyle
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• Shifts: 8-hour first shifts and 6-hour post-second shifts, plus ~30 additional shifts annually
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• AHMC Coverage: Currently limited to vacation coverage only, with plans to reduce further
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• Time Off: Physicians working 1.0 FTE accrue 25 days annually.
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Clinical Environment

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

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• Base Salary: $489,481 plus a $25,000$50,000 sign-on bonus
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• Student loan repayment: $60K for qualified loans
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• Flexible scheduling: Options to adjust call volume based on lifestyle preferences
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• Call pay: Additional compensation for extended hours and call coverage
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• Relocation assistance: $10k in Relocation assistance 
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Location Perks

Plattsburgh, NY

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

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

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

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