Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking board-certified or board-eligible cardiac anesthesiologist to join our distinguished team at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. The ideal candidate will have fellowship training in cardiac anesthesia and demonstrate clinical excellence, leadership and a commitment to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care within a collaborative and innovative clinical environment. Applicants at all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

This position is open to new graduates who demonstrate a commitment to learning, professional growth, and delivering high-quality patient care within a collaborative team environment.

Available schedules:

• 8-10 hour weekday shifts. Premium pay call from home about once a week and average of 1.5 weekend shifts per month

Position highlights and responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive cardiac anesthesia services for a wide range of cardiac and thoracic procedures, including CABG, valve repair/replacement, TAVR, and other complex cardiac interventions
• Perform and interpret transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) as part of intraoperative management
• Deliver anesthesia care for both cardiac and non-cardiac surgical cases as needed
• Supervise and collaborate with certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) and anesthesiologist assistants (AAs) to ensure safe, high-quality anesthesia care
• Participate in 24/7 cardiac anesthesia coverage in coordination with the anesthesia care team
• Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and clinical communication
• Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical innovation

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree
• Board certified or board eligible in anesthesiology
• Active Georgia medical license (or eligible and willing to obtain Georgia licensure)
• Fellowship training in cardiothoracic anesthesia
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in general anesthesia (newer physicians with relevant training are encouraged to apply)

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary cardiovascular care team

Piedmont Healthcare offers:

• Competitive compensation with guaranteed base salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Sign-on bonus
• Continuing medical education (CME) support
• Physician-led governance structure
• Cardiac stipend

About Piedmont Healthcare:

Piedmont Healthcare is a leading not-for-profit healthcare system in Georgia, recognized for excellence in clinical care and innovation. Our cardiac anesthesia team supports one of the states most active and respected cardiothoracic surgery programs, known for outstanding patient outcomes and multidisciplinary collaboration.