Community Anesthesiologist

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization’s Department of Anesthesiology is on the lookout for a talented and adaptable General Anesthesiologist to become part of a critical access hospital that has been dedicated to serving Sullivan County, New Hampshire, for over 130 years.

This position offers a chance to deliver exceptional anesthesia care in a community hospital setting where your skills will have a direct influence. You will collaborate closely with surgeons, CRNAs, nurses, and other members of the perioperative team while attending to a varied patient demographic in a supportive and cooperative atmosphere.

The hospital has continuously adapted to meet the evolving needs of its community, now offering a wide array of inpatient, emergency, surgical, and specialty services. For anesthesiologists, this translates to a practice filled with clinical diversity and significant responsibilities, all while enjoying the close-knit environment and personal connections that community medicine provides.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia care to adult and adolescent patients within a diverse community hospital setting.

• Manage a wide variety of surgical cases, with opportunities in specialties such as general surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, ophthalmology, and robotics.

• Provide both general and regional anesthesia, including the chance to perform regional blocks and other procedures.

• Contribute significantly to the efficient and high-quality operations of the operating room.

• Establish strong working relationships with surgical and anesthesia colleagues in a collaborative, team-focused environment.

• Ensure that patients in Sullivan County have access to top-notch anesthesia and surgical care close to their homes.

• Engage in quality, safety, and practice improvement initiatives that enhance the anesthesia service and the hospital.

• Maintain opportunities for teaching and mentorship through collaboration with a medical center.

Why You Will Enjoy This Role

• Experience the independence and variety of community anesthesia while working in a supportive hospital environment.

• Maintain a broad general anesthesia practice rather than being confined to a narrow subspecialty.

• Collaborate closely with surgeons and CRNAs in a model that values your clinical expertise.

• Become a vital member of the OR team and have a noticeable impact on the delivery of anesthesia care.

• Work at a critical access hospital that is deeply integrated into the community it serves.

• Enjoy 1,680 clinical hours during weekdays, with limited pager call and minimal weekend obligations.

• Receive competitive compensation based on shifts, with additional pay for hours beyond standard clinical times.

• Benefit from the resources and academic connections of a medical center, including opportunities for teaching and professional growth.

• Receive up to $15,000 in relocation assistance, depending on mileage, to facilitate your move.

Life Beyond the Hospital

• Experience the welcoming atmosphere of a New Hampshire community with a strong affinity for the outdoors.

• Enjoy year-round recreational activities, including skiing, hiking, biking, and boating.

• Take in the stunning New England scenery without the hustle and bustle of a major city.

• Discover family-friendly neighborhoods, excellent educational institutions, and a great environment for establishing roots.

• Explore local dining, arts, cultural events, and community activities throughout the region.

• Benefit from easy access to larger communities in both New Hampshire and Vermont.

About the Hospital

This critical access hospital has been a cornerstone of Sullivan County, NH, for over 130 years. Adapting to the community's needs, it offers services such as 21-bed inpatient suites, a progressive care unit, a 24/7 emergency department, urgent care, laboratory services, rehabilitation, and imaging. The hospital also provides a wide range of outpatient services, including primary care, cardiac and pulmonary therapy, behavioral health, orthopedics, podiatry, oncology and infusion services, women's health, and pediatric care.

Required Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology.

• Eligible for medical licensure in New Hampshire and Vermont.

• Experience or interest in both academic and community practice settings.

• Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Dedication to continuous learning and patient-centered care.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.