We are seeking an experienced Anesthetist for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Oct 16, 2026. This role involves 10-hour or 12-hour shifts and comprehensive anesthesia care for a variety of cases including general, orthopedics, trauma, and neurosurgery, excluding hearts and OB. Our client offers a dynamic environment where you will assess, prepare, and manage patients through various anesthetic plans and procedures.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assess, prepare, and manage patients for anesthesia care in the perioperative/procedural period.
• Develop and implement an anesthetic plan.
• Perform history and physical examinations.
• Obtain Informed Consent.
• Perform pre-anesthetic evaluations and post-operative assessments.
• Administer General Anesthesia, Regional Anesthesia, Epidural Anesthesia, Spinal Anesthesia, and IV Regional Blocks.
• Provide Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC).
• Perform invasive monitoring and placement (CVP/CVC, pulmonary artery catheterization, intra-arterial lines).
• Manage airways.

Additional Information

• Board Certified in Anesthesiology and by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
• Experience with Cerner EMR system.
• Cases include General, orthopedics, trauma, plastics, neurosurgery, pediatrics (ages 5 and up), endoscopy, NORA, robotic surgery, gynecology, and ENT. No hearts, OB, or blocks.
• Shift options: 10-hour shifts (8:30am-7pm) or 12-hour shifts (6:30am-7pm, with a 7am start on Thursdays).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience is required by the time of credentialing.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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