Seeking future Cardiothoracic leaders in private practice! Excellent spot for fellows, stipend and signing bonus!

Overview:

If you are a driven, business-oriented, cardiothoracic-trained anesthesiologist, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Although no immediate needs are available, our flagship location at ECU Health is always sourcing for exceptional future talent. ECU Health is an impressive Level 1 Trauma Center that serves a catchment area of over 1.5 million. With just under 1,000 beds and dedicated Heart Institute, our private practice physicians provide patient-centered cardiovascular care to a robust demographic from pediatric to geriatric populations.  We are North Carolina East Coasts #1 Heart and Trauma Center. Partnered with ECU Health and Brody School of Medicine, the Heart Institute is the first in North Carolina devoted exclusively to education, research, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. This facility is an excellent choice for cardiothoracic anesthesiologists to provide medical direction within their full scope of practice and cases.

All cardiac cases are performed except transplants. Cases include CABG, valves, aortic dissections, TAVRs, TMVRs, laser led removals, Impella placement, LVADs, and ECMO.

Our cardiac physicians provide both cardiac and general anesthesia. In general, they will see about 2-3 overnight in-house calls per month. Back-up pager call is approximately 3-4 times per month. Call is a mix of cardiac (mostly) and general call; average to 1 day/week and 1 weekend per month. In-house overnight shifts will have pre and post call day off, and the majority of the rest of the call is cardiac call (back up at home on pager after 7pm). Post call day is early out.

Our private practice is physician led and managed with no outside investors. We have never sold any stake in our practice, a true testament to our stability and growth.

We are always searching for future cardiac leaders and love speaking with driven physicians that are looking to be at the forefront of cardiac anesthesia and patient-centered anesthetic care. Residents and fellows are welcome to inquire within.

Job Summary:

The Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist will provide anesthetics at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, NC. The Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist will conduct patient evaluations, examinations, and medical histories to develop an anesthetic plan conducive with the patient workup. The physician will not only work with patients, but provide medical direction to certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified anesthesia assistants in ensuring safe care with optimal outcomes. The physician will use various anesthesia techniques, including strong regional anesthesia, during a variety of general outpatient procedures and surgeries, and will adjust the plan accordingly. The physician will also monitor post-operative care to ensure a safe, quality recovery.

Duties/Responsibilities:

•         Prepares and administers general and regional anesthetics and pain medication, adjusting as needed before, during, and after surgery and other procedures.
•         Provides anesthesia maintenance and adjustment before, during, and after procedures.
•         Maintains patient records.
•         Orders diagnostic tests as needed.
•         Works closely with surgical specialists.
•         Performs venous and arterial punctures.
•         Performs pre-anesthesia patient evaluation.
•         Provides post-anesthesia care and evaluation.
•         Provides and monitors mechanical ventilation.
•         Communicate with patients, and their families and caregivers.
•         Reacts appropriately to adverse reactions and complications.
•         Evaluates patient histories, lab results, and surgical plans to determine an appropriate anesthesia and pain management plan.
•         Monitors patient fluid, blood, and electrolyte balance, and other vital signs and critical functions during the course of procedures.
•       Performs tracheal intubation, airway management, and extubating.
•         Monitors patients following procedures to determine when they can be safely moved from one stage of recovery to the next.
•         Takes detailed medical history to determine possible allergic or negative reactions to medication.
•         Supervises registered nurse anesthetists, certified anesthesia assistants, and other technical staff.
•         Mentors and supervises anesthesiology interns, residents, and fellows.
•         Performs other duties as assigned.

Please reach out for additional information to Kacy Dovich at kdovich@ecaa.com.

ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status.  This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.

Education and Experience:

•         Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
•         Board certification or eligibility (BC/BE) in anesthesiology.
•         Completed or in the process of pursuing a Cardiothoracic fellowship.
•         NC state medical license.
•         Minimum 3+ years’ experience providing anesthetics in a high acuity or similar setting.

Required Skills/Abilities:

•         Excellent communication, bedside manner, and organizational skills.
•         Strong commitment to patient care and safety.
•         Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, performance-driven environment.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

•         Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.
•         Work may be stressful at times.
•         Interactions and communications with colleagues may be frequent and often disruptive

About ECAA-Anesthesia Specialists

ECAA is the leading physician owned anesthesia practice in the mid-Atlantic. For over 40 years, our team of dedicated and highly skilled clinicians have been passionate about providing patients with advanced practice and innovative techniques, which drive quality and outcomes. We provide quality medical care specializing in anesthesiology, pain, and perioperative medicine. We perform these anesthetics as well as regional techniques for all case types, at hospitals, surgery centers, office-based practices, and private pain clinics. We use the proven Care-Team model; skilled anesthesiologists and anesthetists who provide safe, personalized patient care while maximizing operating room efficiency. Our mission is to empower our team with new skills and growth opportunities. We make learning a priority and invest in professional development. We have industry leaders in regional, pain, cardiac, ambulatory, and obstetric anesthesia who mentor and train all members of the team interested in developing their skills. We are always seeking new candidates to join our team. If you are interested in learning more about the career opportunities available with ECAA, please contact us at careers@ecaa.com.

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