Anesthesiology - Cardiac Physician

A locum tenens opportunity is available for a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist to support a high-acuity cardiac and general surgical program within a major hospital system in Florida. This role includes both independent anesthesia management and supervised care in a structured, team-based environment.

The assignment requires full monthly availability and participation in a rotational cardiac anesthesia coverage model, including weekday, weekend, and call responsibilities.

This opportunity is based within a large, accredited 400+ bed acute care hospital system located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The facility is a regional referral center offering comprehensive surgical, cardiovascular, and specialty services.

The anesthesia department supports a wide range of service lines, including orthopedic surgery, OB/GYN, general surgery, urology, gastroenterology, endoscopy, and advanced cardiac procedures. The program operates within a structured staffing model that includes supervision, independent practice, and rotating call coverage.

The hospital serves a diverse, high-volume patient population and is part of a nationally recognized healthcare system known for its multidisciplinary clinical teams and advanced procedural capabilities.

Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.

Travel expenses reimbursed, including:

• Mileage
• Rental car
• Hotel accommodations
• Flight

Malpractice Covered

• Provide anesthesia care across multiple surgical specialties, including:
  • Orthopedics
  • OB/GYN and gynecologic oncology
  • General surgery
  • Urology
  • GI and endoscopy
  • Cardiac cases (CABG, valve repairs/replacements, TAVR, MitraClip, LAA ligation, EP procedures)
• Participate in a structured cardiac anesthesia coverage model
• Perform both supervised and independent anesthesia cases
• Manage perioperative anesthesia planning and intraoperative care
• Participate in weekday, weekend, and call rotations
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, CRNAs, and perioperative staff

• Board Certified in Anesthesiology (Required)
• Active Florida medical license required
• Eligible for Florida IMLC/compact pathway acceptable with proof of application
• Active ACLS certification required
• Active BLS certification required
• Active DEA registration required
• Clean professional background with no clinical, legal, or pending disciplinary actions
• Must be able to provide 24 months of case logs within 5 days of credentialing approval
• Must be available for a virtual/phone interview with site leadership

• Monday through Friday
• Shift options: 7:00 AM 3:00 PM, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
• Minimum requirement: 20 shifts per month
• Weekend coverage required
• Call required (weekday and weekend rotation)
• Potential structured cardiac scheduling blocks depending on assignment rotation

• Expertise in cardiac and high-acuity anesthesia management
• Experience with complex cardiac procedures (CABG, valves, TAVR, MitraClip, EP cases)
• Ability to function in both supervisory and independent anesthesia roles
• Strong clinical decision-making in fast-paced OR environments
• Proficiency across multiple surgical specialties
• Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary surgical teams
• Adaptability to rotating schedules and high-volume workflows