General Anesthesiologist, Clinical Assistant Professor (HS)

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University • Brooklyn, NY

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About The Position

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit: UUP Job Summary: The Department of Anesthesiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a General Anesthesiologist to join our academic anesthesiology faculty as a Clinical Assistant Professor (HS). This position offers a rare combination of highly competitive compensation, paid call opportunities, strong resident support, lifestyle-friendly case mix, and long-term financial stability through New York State benefits and a defined-benefit pension plan.

Requirements

• New York State Medical License.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency program.
• American Board of Anesthesiology Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Subspecialty training not required but preferred (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia in the main operating room, ambulatory surgery center, and obstetrical suite, utilizing general, regional, and sedation techniques.
• Provide anesthesia care for a broad range of cases, including general surgery, orthopedics, vascular, robotics (general surgery, GU, GYN), and renal transplant.
• Supervise residents in a 2-OR care team model during daytime clinical assignments.
• Participate in obstetric anesthesia coverage with resident support; low-volume OB service (approximately 400–500 deliveries annually).
• Participate in clinical teaching and supervision of residents and medical students.
• Provide classroom instruction and evaluate residents and students in accordance with departmental standards.
• Mentor trainees in research and scholarly activities.
• Contribute to departmental administrative responsibilities.
• 4-call/grid requirement (approximately one call per week).
• Call begins at 3:00 PM.
• Coverage includes main OR and obstetrical suite with support from three residents.
• Occasional urgent or emergent cases.

Benefits

• Comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:
• Defined-benefit pension plan
• Retirement savings options
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Malpractice insurance provided by the institution
• Stable employment within an academic medical center environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees