Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Job Description

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Cardiac Anesthesiologist

• Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

• Location: Mountain Home, AR

• Service Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Clinical Shift Schedule: Regular weekday shifts with responsibilities across surgical and cardiac care areas

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults requiring general and cardiac anesthesia

• Patient Volume/Census: Varies across ORs, Cath Lab, and procedural areas

• Admissions: Yes

• Phone Consults: Yes

• Case Mix: Cardiac and general surgical procedures

FACILITY INFORMATION

• No. of Beds in Facility: 268

• Office Equipment Available: 11 surgical suites (including Hybrid OR), 6 outpatient surgical suites, 2 Cath Labs (3rd under construction)

• Specialty Backup Available: Yes – 145 physicians across 32 specialties

• Support Staff Available: CRNAs and procedural teams

• Reason for Coverage: Expansion of cardiac services

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary: $750,000

• Time Off: 8–10+ weeks

• Benefits:

- Employed through Arkansas Anesthesia Associates

- Access to advanced OR and Cath Lab facilities

- Comprehensive support staff and infrastructure

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Cardiac anesthesia administration

• General anesthesia for inpatient and outpatient procedures

• Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), if certified

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Arkansas medical license (or eligibility to obtain)

• Certifications:

- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Anesthesiology

- Cardiac anesthesia training or equivalent experience, or TEE certification

• Experience: Prior cardiac anesthesia experience preferred

• Other Qualifications:

- Commitment to clinical excellence and teamwork

- Interest in joining a community-focused, high-quality healthcare organization

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide anesthesia services for cardiac procedures and general surgery cases

• Collaborate with Cath Lab staff, cardiac teams, and surgical departments

• Participate in case reviews, planning, and protocol development

• Maintain patient safety and procedural accuracy across varied settings

• Engage in continuous improvement and clinical excellence initiatives