Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Shriners Children’s Ohio is seeking an exceptional, board‑certified Chief of Pediatric Anesthesiology to build and lead a high‑performing anesthesia department dedicated to advancing pediatric burn and reconstructive care. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape clinical strategy, elevate quality and safety, and drive innovation in a mission‑driven, specialty pediatric environment.

The Chief will oversee an all‑physician anesthesia group (1.5 FTEs), foster a culture of clinical excellence and research, and collaborate closely with surgical, perioperative, and administrative leaders to support outstanding patient outcomes.

This position features a Monday–Friday schedule, rare evening or weekend cases, home call, and a very low call‑back rate, supporting both professional impact and work‑life balance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for all clinical, educational, and research activities within the Department of Anesthesiology.
• Oversee the delivery of anesthesia services, including preoperative assessment, intraoperative management, and postoperative recovery, with a focus on pediatric patients.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, CMS), and professional guidelines.
• Develop and implement departmental protocols, clinical pathways, and quality assurance initiatives to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, retain, and mentor anesthesiology faculty and staff; facilitate professional development and credentialing.
• Manage departmental budget, resource allocation, and capital planning in collaboration with administrative partners.
• Serve as a member of the hospital's medical executive committee and participate in institution-wide strategic planning.
• Oversee anesthesia coverage for all surgical services, procedural areas, and pain management programs as applicable.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration with surgeons, intensivists, nursing leadership, and other departments to ensure coordinated care.
• Lead or support scholarly activities including research, publications, and educational programs in pediatric anesthesiology.
• Participate in incident reviews, peer review processes, and the development of corrective action plans as needed.
• Maintain active clinical practice in pediatric anesthesia in alignment with departmental needs.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Anesthesiology
• Completion of fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology

Experience

• Minimum 7 years post-fellowship clinical experience in pediatric anesthesiology
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or administrative experience in an academic or hospital-based anesthesia department
• Proven track record in clinical excellence, team leadership, quality improvement, and/or academic contributions

Certification and Licensures

• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), with subspecialty certification in Pediatric Anesthesiology
• Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA

• Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team of healthcare professionals, specifically physicians and clinicians.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive practice improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Patient-Centric Approach: Commitment to providing exceptional care and enhancing patient experience- including practice growth opportunities.
• Change Management: Skilled in managing change and leading teams through transitions effectively. Positive attitude and proactive approach.