Anesthesiologist

Updated 11/19/25
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Physician
Anesthesiology
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Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Anesthesiologist
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: West Shore Surgery Center, Pennsylvania (UPMC)
  • Service Setting: Multispecialty Ambulatory Surgery Center - Outpatient/OR coverage
  • Coverage Type: Clinical
  • Coverage Period: 10/10/2025 - ongoing (dates TBD)
  • Clinical Shift Schedule: Part-time; 7:00a - 4:00p (some shifts may extend later) COVERAGE DATES
  • Immediate coverage needed: 10/10, 10/13, 10/16, 10/17, 10/24
  • Assignment is ongoing with schedule for November TBD

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Adults 90%, Pediatrics 10%
  • Patient Volume/Census: Supervising up to 4 ORs with CRNAs; may also cover an OR independently
  • Admissions: Outpatient/OR only
  • Case Mix: Ophthalmology, GI, ENT, Plastic Surgery, General, GYN, Orthopedic, Podiatry, Rectal, Oculoplastic, Dental
  • Procedures: Cataract, Retina, Colonoscopy, T&A, BMT, other surgical procedures
  • Daily Caseload: Multiple cases per OR, rapid turnover; some longer cases

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • Facility: West Shore Surgery Center, Pennsylvania
  • Specialty Backup Available: Yes - CRNAs, experienced support staff
  • Support Staff Available: Yes
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Full privileges available; temporary privileges provided
  • Credentialing Timeline: 7 days
  • Compliance

Requirements: ACLS, BLS, PALS required; Flu vaccine required; DEA required; PA State License required
  • Onboarding

Requirements: Collaborative agreement with supervising physician; UPMC mandatory education not required
  • Documentation Required: CV, 24-month case logs, Act 33 & Act 34 clearances, Act 73 FBI clearance, malpractice COI, enrollment/insurance packet, TB test, CMEs past 24 months

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Rate: Market rate; details submitted with provider presentation
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED SKILLS & PROCEDURES
  • Able to work independently in an OR if required
  • Experience with adult and pediatric patients (minor pediatric cases 10%)
  • Paper charting experience
  • Must be adaptable to fast-paced, multi-case OR environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • License: Active Pennsylvania medical license required (IMLC accepted)
  • Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
  • DEA: Required
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS required
  • Experience: Minimum 1 year post-training in anesthesiology
  • Other Qualifications: Collaborative with CRNAs and OR staff, flexible to cover multiple ORs, multitasking in high-volume surgery center

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide anesthesia coverage in a multispecialty surgery center
  • Supervise CRNAs in up to 4 ORs or cover an OR independently
  • Manage rapid turnover of multiple cases, including longer procedures (ENT, Plastic)
  • Ensure patient safety and high-quality perioperative care for adult and pediatric patients
  • Collaborate with experienced surgical and support staff for optimal patient experience
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