General Anesthesiologist

Job title : General Anesthesiologist

Location : Hickory, North Carolina – Frye Regional Medical Center – Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Status : Full-time, Exempt; potential years to partnership

Department : Clinical - Physician

Job Summary

The General Anesthesiologist will provide anesthetics at two hospital locations and four ambulatory surgery centers in our Hickory division. The physician 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 supervision to certified registered nurse anesthetists 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 extubation.
• 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 and other technical staff.
• Mentors and supervises anesthesiology interns, residents, and fellows.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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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.

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