Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northeastern Tennessee

This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id:

ORD- -MD-TN
Title:

MD
Dates Needed:

January - Ongoing
Shift Type:

Day Shift
Assignment Type:

OR
Call Required:

No
Board Certification Required:

Yes
Job Duration:

Locums
About the Facility

This facility operates as a Level 1 Trauma Center providing comprehensive surgical and anesthesia services across a wide variety of cases. The anesthesia department functions under a physician medical direction model with a 1:4 staffing ratio and maintains organized perioperative protocols designed to support quality patient care delivery. Locum tenens anesthesiologist coverage is sought beginning January on an ongoing basis to address staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.
About the Facility Location

The surrounding region offers a range of outdoor recreation, music heritage, and cultural attractions suited to diverse interests. Clinicians on assignment may access opportunities for boating, kayaking, and fishing, as well as destinations featuring Appalachian traditions and live country music. Additional seasonal recreational options include snow tubing and mountain activities, alongside natural attractions such as caverns and designated recreation areas.
About the Clinicians Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide anesthesia services under a physician medical direction model (1:4 ratio) during day shifts within an operating room setting, working 10-hour shifts. The facility supports a wide variety of surgical cases consistent with a Level 1 Trauma Center, offering clinical breadth across multiple surgical specialties. Physicians are responsible for placing nerve blocks, while CRNAs place epidurals within this collaborative staffing structure. Board certification in Anesthesiology is required for all clinicians considered for this role.

Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD:

Varies
Patient Population:

All Ages
Call Ratio/Schedule:

N/A
Location Type:

On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required:

No
Government:

No
Percentage Hands On:

50%
Supervision/Medical Direction:

Medical Direction
Staffing Model:

Medical Direction model;

50% hands-on MD;

1:4 staffing ratio;

OR setting;

day shift;

no call required

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