Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • New York, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Cardiac anesthesiologists participate in the care of high-risk pediatric cardiac patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterizations, as well as children in general operating rooms. The Presbyterian Congenital Heart Program treats pediatric and adult patients with a wide range of congenital heart conditions and is rapidly growing. The program currently includes two congenital heart surgeons, two mid-levels, and one full-time anesthesiologist dedicated to the service line.

The anesthesiologist evaluates, monitors, and supervises patient care before, during, and after surgery; delivers anesthesia; leads the Anesthesia Care Team; and promotes patient safety. The position also involves administering pain relief and monitoring vital signs during procedures, and approving general, sedative, regional, or local anesthetics.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multispecialty medical group. The organization describes its commitment to safe, high-quality care and highlights technology and digital platforms, innovative care models, workplace safety resources, and clinician wellness and development programs.

Requirements

• MD or DO.
• Successful completion of a Pediatric Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship.
• ABA Board Certified.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the anesthetic management of children and adults with congenital heart disease.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor, and supervise patient care before, during, and after surgery.
• Deliver anesthesia and lead the Anesthesia Care Team while ensuring optimal patient safety.
• Administer pain relief before, during, and after medical procedures.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs during procedures.
• Approve general, sedative, regional, or local anesthetics.
• Participate in care of high-risk pediatric cardiac patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterizations, and care for children in general operating rooms.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Robust wellness program, including free access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, and wellness challenges
• 403(b) retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions
• Strongline silent alarm badge for workplace safety
• RESET multi-day immersive retreat for clinicians’ personal and professional growth, well-being, and resilience

What This Job Offers

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