Locum Tenens: Anesthesiology Physician

Location: Near Bangor, ME
Dates: ASAP - Ongoing

We are seeking a dedicated Anesthesiology physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Bangor, ME. This position is ideal for an experienced anesthesiologist looking to join a critical access hospital in a historic seaport area. The assignment offers a balanced schedule with call requirements and a supportive team environment.

Position Overview:

• Position Type: Locum Tenens


• Specialty: Anesthesiology


• Start Date: January 1, 2025


• End Date: September 1, 2025


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call


• Practice Setting: Critical access hospital


• EMR System: EPIC


• Shift Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM


• Call Schedule: Every third, flexible


• Average Surgical Cases per Day: 14-16, including endoscopy

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide anesthesia for general surgical cases, including minor nerve blocks, plexus anesthesia, epidural anesthesia, spinal anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and obstetrical cases


• Perform pain management procedures, including acute pain management and arterial line insertion


• Manage and evaluate acute volume and blood pressure issues


• No supervision of CRNAs required; physicians perform their own cases


• Prepare the anesthesia cart and handle pre-op documentation using Epic


• Work with congenial, professional, and helpful OR staff in a facility with three anesthesia sites per day

Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Board Certified ABA required (candidates in the board certification process will be considered)


• State License: Licensed in Maine or willing to obtain


• Certifications: ACLS and BLS preferred


• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60 days

Additional Details:

• Practice Setting: No trauma designation


• Number of Operating Rooms: Three anesthesia sites including ORs and endoscopy rooms


• Patient Age Demographic: 3-100+


• Call Ratio: Every third, flexible

This opportunity offers a chance to work in a historic setting with a flexible schedule and supportive staff. If you are a board-certified anesthesiologist or in the process of certification and are interested in a long-term locum assignment, we encourage you to apply.

Job ID: j-247310