A Medical Director directs and manages a medical practice, clinic, lab or public health program. Organizes and manages of staff physicians, policy implementation, and ensures that standards for medical care are communicated and maintained.
$253,297 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
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Job Title:
Medical Director Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology Date Posted:
2026-08-31
Job Location:
Washington, DC Job Requirements:
Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC, is proud to offer a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity as Medical Director of pediatric cardiac anesthesiology. An MD or DO degree, board certification in anesthesiology and pediatric anesthesiology (or equivalent) with ongoing maintenance of certification and meet credentialing requirements for Children's National Hospital Division of Anesthesiology, Pain, and Perioperative Medicine. Minimum of 3 years of congenital cardiac anesthesiology experience. Come and discover vibrant Washington, DC - a city rich in history, culture, and excitement. From world-class museums, iconic landmarks to diversity of culture and culinary experiences, DC offers endless opportunities for adventure and enrichment as well as 3 nearby international airports.
Job Description:
Physician holding this role is responsible for overseeing clinical operations for patients with congenital heart disease requiring anesthesia for cardiac surgery or for non-cardiac procedures. This role also functions to improve and maintain quality metrics, patient safety, and system-based processes for patients with congenital heart disease. Academic responsibilities include promoting education for our advanced cardiac anesthesia fellows and supporting research initiatives for the heart institute. The Heart and Lung center at Children's National includes a 26-bed CICU, a 24-bed intermediate care unit, and a 4-bed cardiac anesthesia recovery unit. On average, our program performs around 350 pediatric cardiac bypass cases, 15-first stage single ventricle palliations, 12 heart transplants, and 800 cardiac catheterizations per year. Join a cohesive and highly collegial team where compensation is competitive and call is taken from home with a protected post-call day off. Enjoy academic affiliation and a faculty position with George Washington University School of Health Sciences, with promotional tracks available. Pediatric anesthesiology division includes experienced certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs), fellows, residents, APPs and RNs, and supports the education of 7 to 8 core pediatric anesthesiology fellows plus 2 advanced cardiac anesthesia fellows per year, anesthesiology residents and Anesthesia Assistant students.
Contact information:
For more information: To inquire about this opportunity, send curriculum vitae and email to Destiny Chau, MD, Associate Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology - dfchau@childrensnational.org. No locums solicitations please.
