Anesthesiologist

Aptive•Oklahoma City, OK

10d•$325,000 - $400,000

About The Position

Staff Anesthesiologist– Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System Facility Inpatient/ Outpatient, Community Based Outpatient Clinic and Emergency Department Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Aptive is seeking a full-time Anesthesiologist to support a rewarding opportunity with the Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System in Muskogee, Oklahoma. This position offers exceptional schedule stability, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to care for America’s Veterans within a dedicated outpatient practice environment. Position Overview The Anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures within the Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System. This position supports inpatient, outpatient, community-based outpatient clinics, and emergency department settings, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with VA policies and community standards of practice. The role is well-supported operationally and clinically, with consistent staffing, defined schedules, and mission-aligned leadership. As the service continues to expand access, this provider will meaningfully contribute to program development and continuity of patient services.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited or AOA-approved residency program in Anesthesiology
Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
Demonstrated clinical competence in anesthetic management, supported by residency case logs or a hospital quality profile documenting recent clinical activity
Ability to provide anesthesia care across a range of modalities, including general, regional, spinal, epidural, and monitored anesthesia care
Competency in advanced and emergent airway management, including mechanical ventilation
Eligibility for VA credentialing and privileging in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws and VA policies

Nice To Haves

Experience practicing in a hospital-based or integrated healthcare system
Prior experience supervising or collaborating with Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
Proficiency in placement of arterial lines and central venous catheters
Experience with fiberoptic or other advanced airway techniques
Teaching or mentoring experience with physicians, CRNAs, or medical trainees
Familiarity with perioperative workflow optimization and operating room efficiency initiatives
Experience working within Veterans Affairs, federal healthcare systems, or similarly regulated environments

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations, including history and physical examinations, risk assessment, and development of individualized anesthesia care plans.
Provide safe, high-quality anesthesia services across all practice settings, including general, regional, spinal, epidural, and monitored anesthesia care, in accordance with community and VA standards.
Manage airways in routine, complex, and emergent situations, including advanced airway techniques and mechanical ventilation as required.
Place and manage invasive monitoring devices, including arterial lines and central venous catheters, when clinically indicated.
Document anesthesia care, plans, and patient responses accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
Supervise, guide, and provide clinical leadership to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and other anesthesia personnel.
Mentor, teach, and support physicians, CRNAs, and residents in anesthesia techniques, airway management, and perioperative best practices.
Collaborate with perioperative and interdisciplinary teams to optimize operating room efficiency, patient flow, and overall quality of care.

Benefits

$325,000-$400,000 salary
Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
Comprehensive federal benefits package including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Federal retirement programs with matching contributions
Paid federal holidays and paid annual leave
Continuing education support and malpractice coverage
Eligibility for performance-based pay and recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives, as approved
Opportunity for additional compensation through on-call responsibilities or extended coverage, where applicable
Retention and relocation incentives may be available for highly qualified applicants