Cardiothoracic-Trained Anesthesiologist

Seeking future Cardiothoracic leaders in private practice! Excellent spot for fellows, stipend and signing bonus! If you are a driven, business-oriented, cardiothoracic-trained anesthesiologist, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Although no immediate needs are available, our flagship location at ECU Health is always sourcing for exceptional future talent. ECU Health is an impressive Level 1 Trauma Center that serves a catchment area of over 1.5 million. With just under 1,000 beds and dedicated Heart Institute, our private practice physicians provide patient-centered cardiovascular care to a robust demographic from pediatric to geriatric populations. We are North Carolina East Coasts #1 Heart and Trauma Center. Partnered with ECU Health and Brody School of Medicine, the Heart Institute is the first in North Carolina devoted exclusively to education, research, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. This facility is an excellent choice for cardiothoracic anesthesiologists to provide medical direction within their full scope of practice and cases. All cardiac cases are performed except transplants. Cases include CABG, valves, aortic dissections, TAVRs, TMVRs, laser led removals, Impella placement, LVADs, and ECMO. Our private practice is physician led and managed with no outside investors. We have never sold any stake in our practice, a true testament to our stability and growth. We are always searching for future cardiac leaders and love speaking with driven physicians that are looking to be at the forefront of cardiac anesthesia and patient-centered anesthetic care. Residents and fellows are welcome to inquire within! Job Title General Anesthesiologist Location Gastonia, North Carolina Status Full-time, Exempt; 2 Year Partnership, W-2, or Day-time position Department Clinical - Physicians Reports To Gastonia Division Job Summary The general anesthesiologist will provide anesthetics at CaroMont Regional Medical Center and Belmont Hospital in the rural Charlotte area. The anesthesiologist will conduct patient evaluations, examinations, and medical histories to develop an anesthetic plan conducive with the patient workup. The physician will not only work with patients, but provide medical supervision to certified registered nurse anesthetists in ensuring safe care with optimal outcomes. The physician will use various anesthesia techniques, including strong regional anesthesia, during a variety of general outpatient procedures and surgeries, and will adjust the plan accordingly. The physician will also monitor post-operative care to ensure a safe, quality recovery. This is a great opportunity to do lots of hearts if desired (hearts about 1/7 of the time). Will perform a wide variety of cases including CABG, valves, aortic dissections, TAVRs, TMVRs, laser led removals, Impella placement, and LVADs likely coming soon! Our cases are growing! This is a great opportunity to retain general skills as well and those cases include neuro, OB, ortho, ENT, healthy peds, GI, endo and general surgery. A cardiothoracic fellowship is required. Call is 1 in 10. Call will be equally shared with 9 other physicians, approximately 2-3 call shifts per month (24-hour calls with post call day off), about one weekend per month. Schedule Partnership, W-2 or Monday - Friday, no nights/weekends/call Duties/Responsibilities Prepares and administers general and regional anesthetics and pain medication, adjusting as needed before, during, and after surgery and other procedures. Provides anesthesia maintenance and adjustment before, during, and after procedures. Maintains patient records. Orders diagnostic tests as needed. Works closely with surgical specialists. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Performs pre-anesthesia patient evaluation. Provides post-anesthesia care and evaluation. Provides and monitors mechanical ventilation. Communicate with patients, and their families and caregivers. Reacts appropriately to adverse reactions and complications. Evaluates patient histories, lab results, and surgical plans to determine an appropriate anesthesia and pain management plan. Monitors patient fluid, blood, and electrolyte balance, and other vital signs and critical functions during the course of procedures. Performs tracheal intubation, airway management, and extubation. Monitors patients following procedures to determine when they can be safely moved from one stage of recovery to the next. Takes detailed medical history to determine possible allergic or negative reactions to medication. Supervises registered nurse anesthetists and other technical staff. Mentors and supervises anesthesiology interns, residents, and fellows. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school. Board certification or eligibility (BC/BE) in anesthesiology. Strong regional skills, fellowship not required. NC state medical license. Minimum 3+ years experience providing anesthetics in a high acuity or similar setting. Required Skills/Abilities Excellent communication, bedside manner, and organizational skills. Strong commitment to patient care and safety. Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, performance-driven environment. Work Environment / Physical Requirements Work performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive. ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company. For interest or additional information, please reach out to Kacy Dovich, Provider Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists