Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Arizona

Job description

About the facility

This pediatric community hospital and surgery center provides comprehensive surgical services with modern anesthesia capabilities designed to support both pediatric and adult patient populations. The facility maintains a collaborative clinical environment that emphasizes specialized pediatric care while also accommodating adult surgical procedures. The hospital operates with established protocols for managing patients across all age groups, from very young children to adults, ensuring quality patient care delivery in a supportive healthcare setting.

About the facility location

Arizona features diverse outdoor attractions ranging from the Grand Canyon West with its Skywalk experience to natural formations like Horseshoe Bend and Cathedral Rock. The state offers numerous recreational activities including hiking and biking opportunities at locations such as Camelback Mountain, Oak Creek Canyon, and Papago Park. Popular destinations include Lake Powell, Lake Havasu, and protected areas like Saguaro National Park and Kartchner Caverns, providing visitors with access to both water-based recreation and desert landscapes.

About the clinician's workday

The anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia services for both pediatric and adult patients, with cases involving patients as young as 2 years old and younger. The position requires specialized pediatric fellowship training to manage the unique anesthetic needs of young patients while also providing care for adult surgical cases. The clinician will work day shifts with supervision responsibilities and maintain 50% hands-on patient involvement throughout all procedures. Emergency privileges will be available to ensure comprehensive coverage capabilities, and board certification in anesthesiology is mandatory for this specialized role.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• % Hands on: 50%
• Supervision/medical direction: Supervision
• Staffing model: Supervision model with anesthesiologist oversight

Your dedicated recruiter

Sarah Martinez

Call / Text: (678) 690-7788
Email: smartinez@locumtenens.com

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