Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Kentucky

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Glance Job Reference Id:

ORD-216008-MD-KY

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MD Dates Needed:

ASAP Ongoing Shift Type:

Day Shift Assignment Type:

OR Call Required:

No Board Certification Required:

Yes Job Duration:

Locums About the Facility This hospital provides surgical and anesthesia services under a physician supervision model, with organized perioperative workflows designed to support quality patient care delivery within its operating room program. The facility operates with a staffing structure in which the supervising MD focuses on pre-operative assessments, blocks, and PACU, while CRNAs function with a high degree of clinical independence. Locum tenens anesthesiologist coverage is sought to address current staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department. About the Facility Location Kentucky offers a range of attractions suited to diverse interests. The state features natural destinations such as Mammoth Cave National Park and Red River Gorge, as well as cultural and historical venues including the Kentucky Horse Park, Churchill Downs, and the Louisville Slugger Museum. Additional options include the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, the National Corvette Museum, the Historic RailPark and Train Museum, the Louisville Mega Cavern, and the National Quilt Museum, providing varied opportunities for engagement beyond the clinical setting. About the Clinician's Workday This locum tenens anesthesiologist position provides day shift coverage at a hospital operating room in Kentucky, with no call coverage required. The supervising MD primarily manages pre-operative assessments, regional blocks, and PACU; CRNAs are expected to induce and maintain anesthesia independently, and to complete their own pre-operative assessments if the MD has not yet done so. Endoscopy cases are performed under a QZ model, with a Lead CRNA or consulting MD available for support as needed. Board certification in Anesthesiology is required for all clinicians in this role.

Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:

Variable Support Staff:

Lead CRNA, consulting

MD Patient Population:

All Ages Location Type:

On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:

No Government:

No Percentage Hands On:

0%

Supervision/Medical Direction:

Supervision Staffing Model:

MD primarily handles pre-ops, blocks, and PACU; CRNAs induce and maintain anesthesia independently; Endoscopy is QZ Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details