Independence Health System·Butler, Pennsylvania
The Cardiac Anesthesiologist is responsible for evaluating patients, planning anesthetic care, and monitoring vital functions throughout the perioperative process. They must also manage emergencies, collaborate with medical teams, and ensure patient safety during surgical procedures.
The Cardiac Anesthesiologist is responsible for examining patients, reviewing their medical history, determining the physical status of the patient, informing the patient of all risks/side effects associated with anesthesia, monitoring and evaluating patient care throughout the surgical process, and ensuring patient safety. The position manages patients throughout the continuum of hospital care by collaborating with other medical professionals.
Essential Job Functions
Refer patients to medical specialists or other professionals as appropriate.
Obtain and/or verify patient consent
Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
Order and administer analgesics/sedatives during the perioperative period.
Evaluate the patient throughout the perioperative period.
Determine the physical status of the patient and plan accordingly.
Monitor and provide support of vital functions, including, but not limited to, management of ventilation and administration of fluids and blood products.
Airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Respond to emergencies and unexpected complications.
Ability to make decisions in a highly stressful environment
Prescribe medications as appropriate.
Document throughout the perioperative period.
Finalize Anesthesia Records
Excellent phone etiquette
Participate in Independence health System Medical Group meetings and leadership meetings upon request.
Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]
Required Qualifications/Experience
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship
3 years of experience in anesthesiology.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, have completed a Cardiac Anesthesia fellowship, and possess at least 3 years of experience in anesthesiology. A current Pennsylvania medical license and board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Anesthesiology are required.
Market context
Pennsylvania cardiac anesthesia openings typically reflect steady demand in large hospital systems and surgical centers that support complex cardiac procedures. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for fellowship training, several years of anesthesiology experience, Pennsylvania licensure, and board certification or eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your fellowship, license, and case experience before applying.