ANESTHESIA DIRECTOR - RIVER CITY ANESTHESIA (FT/PT)

Northwest Specialty Hospital • Post Falls, ID

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

NWSH and River City Anesthesia are seeking an Anesthesiologist to join our collaborative team as Director of Anesthesia! This is a Full/Part Time Position Available. River City Anesthesia & Northwest Specialty Hospital have partnered together to find an Anesthesia Director practicing exclusively at NWSH. The Anesthesia Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the anesthesia department, including oversight of the anesthesia function, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), and other staff. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care across various surgical suites and procedural areas. The director is responsible for program development, compliance, budget management, and fostering a collaborative culture within the department and partnership focused interfacing with facility executives as well as surgeons.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board certification in Anesthesiology (e.g., American Board of Anesthesiology or equivalent).
• Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and inspire staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in quality improvement methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage budgets, analyze financial reports, and ensure operational efficiency.

Nice To Haves

• 5-7 years of clinical experience in anesthesia, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or administrative role.
• Experience managing or collaborating with CRNAs in a team-based model.
• Fellowship training or additional certification in leadership or healthcare administration.
• Experience in academic medicine or research.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and anesthesia information systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the anesthesia department.
• Oversees the anesthesia function, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), and other staff.
• Ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care across various surgical suites and procedural areas.
• Responsible for program development, compliance, and budget management.
• Fosters a collaborative culture within the department and partnership.
• Interfaces with facility executives and surgeons.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with option of plans that have 100% employer-paid premiums for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree