Anesthesiologist

Overview Anesthesiologist (M67855) VCU Health - Richmond, VA Mission or Goal of Unit: The Department of Anesthesiology is committed to delivering the best possible anesthetic and critical care to our patients, to advancing research and quality improvement in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine and training the next generation of anesthesiologists through our residency and fellowship programs along with medical student teaching. Chief Purpose of this position: Provide care to patients at VCU Health as assigned by the Department Chair or Chairs delegate. This includes preanesthetic evaluation, intraoperative anesthetic care, postoperative rounds, resuscitation and intensive care, therapeutic/diagnostic nerve blocks, and consultation in cases of chronic pain. Directs the activities of nurse anesthetists as assigned by Chair or Chairs delegate. Position Responsibilities Teaching: Provides bedside clinical teaching of residents, medical students, student nurse anesthetists and others. Participates in the didactic teaching programs of the department at this institution and attends conferences, rounds, and staff meetings as required by Chair. Research: May pursue clinical or laboratory research and other scholarly interests independently but within the guidelines of the Institution and department. Participate in clinical trials depending upon interest and area of specialization. Service: May serve on various departmental, School of Medicine, university or VCU Health System committees as requested by Chair or determined via individual interest. the department stresses the importance of being a good citizen of the institution and fosters community service at all levels. Clinical: Provide clinical anesthesiology care to patients as directed by Department Chair or delegate including main OR and ambulatory areas. May supervise and direct Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) as appropriate. Direct anesthesia care in other critical care areas of the medical center. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications MD or DO degree ABA board eligible/certified in anesthesiology and/or certified/eligible for Critical Care Certification Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia Eligible for employment in the United States Good communication, clinical and teaching skills Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience Benefits : All full-time university faculty and staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. #LI-KB1 #J-18808-Ljbffr