Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Anesthesiology

Location
Houston
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Description



This contract,on-site position offers an outstanding opportunity for an Associate-level anesthesiologist to deliver high-quality patient care while working in a collaborative clinical environment.



As a Locum Anesthesiology Physician, you will be responsible for providing safe and effective anesthesia care across a variety of surgical and diagnostic procedures. Working on-site alongside surgeons, nurses, and other medical professionals, you will contribute to positive patient outcomes, efficient perioperative operations,



Responsibilities



  • Perform comprehensive preoperative assessments to evaluate patient anesthesia risks and needs.
  • Develop individualized anesthesia care plans tailored to each patient’s medical status and procedure requirements.
  • Administer general, regional, monitored anesthesia care, and sedation techniques as clinically indicated.
  • Monitor patient vital signs, anesthesia depth, and overall status throughout surgical and diagnostic procedures.
  • Respond promptly to intraoperative emergencies, adjusting anesthesia management to maintain patient stability.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and healthcare teams to ensure safe and coordinated patient care.
  • Document anesthesia interventions, medications, dosages, and patient responses accurately and thoroughly.
  • Provide postoperative pain management recommendations and support in the recovery period.
  • Adhere strictly to infection control, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory standards.
  • Communicate clearly with patients, families, or caregivers regarding anesthesia procedures, risks, and expectations.


Requirements



  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
  • Board certification or active board eligibility in Anesthesiology.
  • Current, unrestricted state medical license as required for the practice location.
  • Current DEA registration or controlled substance registration, as applicable.
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, as required by the position.
  • Associate-level experience in anesthesiology practice, including perioperative patient management.
  • Strong knowledge of anesthetic agents, techniques, monitoring, and safety protocols.
  • Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site clinical environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Level II and Level III Trauma Centers functioning as a Level I


Schedule: 7a-7p, 3 days/week



Night and weekend call



Case Types: Cardiac, ENT, GI, neurosurgery, oncology, orthopedics, pulmonary, general surgery, urology, bariatrics



Will supervise CRNAs, but mainly solo cases



Support Staff: Care team model



EMR: Epic



TEE certification required



Must be board-certified or board-eligible



Paid travel & expenses

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Top Benefits

  • Paid travel
  • Paid expenses