Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General & Cardiac (Richmond, VA) | Virginia Healthcare Jobs

Advance your career with a high-demand locum tenens anesthesiologist job in Richmond, Virginia! Join a leading healthcare team at a 466-bed Level 1 Trauma Center, providing expert general and cardiac anesthesia care for a diverse patient population. Richmond offers a vibrant arts scene, historic neighborhoods, and scenic riverfront parks—making it a top destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist Job Details – Richmond, VA

• Position: Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General & Cardiac
• Location: Richmond, VA (Virginia anesthesiology jobs)
• Facility: 466-bed Level 1 Trauma Center
• Assignment Duration: 12 weeks (Start: December 1, 2025 – End: February 23, 2026)
• Shifts per Week: 5
• Shift Duration: 8 hours (In-house: 7:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday; Home call: 3:00pm–7:00am Monday–Friday; 24-hour home call on weekends)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital
• Care Team Model: Yes (work solo and supervise CRNAs)

Qualifications – Anesthesiologist Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited anesthesiology residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology (Cardiac Anesthesiology preferred)
• Active Virginia medical license or eligibility to obtain (Virginia healthcare license)
• DEA/CSR certification required
• TEE (Transesophageal Echocardiography) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in solo and supervised cardiac anesthesia cases
• Ability to work both in-house and home call shifts, including 24-hour weekend call
• Willingness to cross-credential at multiple hospital sites
• Proficiency with EMR systems (Expanse, Meditech, Medaxion, Qgenda, Patient Keeper)
• Completion of mandatory on-site orientation prior to assignment (remote orientation not available)

Key Responsibilities – Anesthesiology Job in Richmond

• Deliver general and cardiac anesthesia for trauma, cardiac, burn, pediatric, and obstetric patients
• Independently manage anesthesia cases and supervise CRNAs as part of a collaborative care team
• Participate in scheduled in-house and home call coverage, including 24-hour weekend call
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records (EMR)
• Maintain the highest standards of patient safety and quality care in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Attend required on-site orientation before assignment start

Apply now to join our Richmond healthcare team as a locum tenens anesthesiologist! Experience the professional rewards and lifestyle advantages of working in one of Virginia's top healthcare destinations. Start your next anesthesiology job in Richmond, VA today!

Benefits

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About United Anesthesia

About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company
For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.

We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at www.unitedanesthesia.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.