Anesthesiology Physician

Position Overview


A leading academic medical center in Georgia is seeking a fellowship-trained Obstetric Anesthesiologist to serve as Medical Director of Labor & Delivery Anesthesia Services. This role combines hands-on clinical care with program leadership, giving you the opportunity to guide a high-volume obstetric anesthesia service within a Level 1 Trauma Center.

As Medical Director, you'll oversee anesthesia operations for more than 2,500 annual deliveries, direct care for high-risk maternal populations, and collaborate with OB-GYN, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and nursing leadership. You'll also play a pivotal role in quality improvement, education, and future fellowship development.



Clinical & Leadership Scope

• Lead all anesthesia services for Labor & Delivery


• Oversee 2,500+ annual deliveries and complex obstetric cases


• Provide anesthesia for labor epidurals, C-sections, and surgical procedures


• Participate in general anesthesia cases through the adult call pool


• Shape strategic direction of obstetric anesthesia service line

Program Development & Academic Opportunities

• Lead quality initiatives, readiness drills, and safety projects


• Develop clinical guidelines and best practice protocols


• Teach anesthesiology residents, CRNAs, and medical students


• Mentor junior faculty and advance academic program growth


• Future involvement in OB fellowship development

Schedule & Call

• Routine shifts: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM


• Call 7 shifts/month, including 12-hour weekday and weekend blocks


• Post-call recovery: 2 days off after weekday call; 3 days after weekend call


• Balanced mix of OB and general anesthesia coverage

Department Resources

• Large, multidisciplinary team: 40+ anesthesiologists, 40+ CRNAs, residents


• $3.5M investment in new anesthesia machines and ultrasound


• Epic EMR and Qgenda scheduling system


• Dedicated faculty development funds for CME, dues, and licensure


• Collaborative, academic-focused environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Minimum Base Salary: $520,000 + incentive bonus


• $40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance


• 56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays


• CME allowance: $5,000


• Faculty development funds for dues, licenses, and subscriptions


• Malpractice coverage with state tort reform protections


• Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (effective Day 1)


• Retirement and pension plan options (403b & 457b)

Why Consider This Role?

• Define and lead the future of OB Anesthesia Services in an academic setting


• Maintain a strong clinical role while shaping program growth


• Collaborate with outstanding interdisciplinary teams


• Enjoy academic prestige with teaching and fellowship development opportunities


• Competitive compensation, benefits, and significant paid time off


• Live in a vibrant, affordable Southeastern community with access to cultural amenities and outdoor recreation

Qualifications


Required:

• ABA board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology


• Fellowship training in Obstetric Anesthesia


• Minimum academic rank: Associate Professor


• Active or eligible Georgia medical license


• ACLS certification; ability to obtain ATLS, FCCS, and TTE

Preferred:

• Leadership experience in academic or clinical practice


• Expertise in managing high-risk obstetric populations


• Strong record in teaching, mentorship, and quality improvement

Community & Lifestyle Georgia


Georgia offers an affordable and active lifestyle with easy access to major Southeastern cities. Enjoy world-class golf, nationally recognized sporting events, scenic lakes and rivers, excellent schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods-all within 2 hours of Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston.