Anesthesiologist Position Purpose:Administer anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in collaboration and consultation with surgeonsand other medical professionals for patient care services including but not limited to surgery, perinatal services, and emergency response. Essential Functions Participates in pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation. Anesthesia equipment and supplies are prepared appropriately for procedures. Evaluates the patient pre-operatively by interviewing and examining the patient; assesses data and selectsappropriate anesthetic. Procedural consent is verified prior to each procedure. Patient specific anesthesia plan of care is formulated from the pre-surgical assessment Implements,monitorsand adjustspatientsphysiologic condition asappropriate fortype of anesthesia and specific patients needs. Transfers the responsibility for care of the patient to other qualified providers post-operatively toassurecontinuity of care and patient safety. Report and completed documentationisprovided upon transfer of the patient from intra-operative to post-operative care provider. Acute and chronic post-operative pain management modalities are implemented. Medications,fluidsandventilatorsupport are selected and ordered tofacilitaterecovery from anesthesia. The patient is discharged from the post-anesthesia care unit and provided with post-anesthesia follow-up,evaluationand care. Must discuss and review anesthesia plan with CRNAs and remain physically present on the premises during delivery of anesthesia services. Participates inadditionalareas of responsibility, which are within theexpertiseof the individualAnesthesiologist, for example, responding to cardiac arrests and elective intubations. Ensuresappropriate documentationto sufficiently charge for servicesrendered. Marginal Functions Performs both essential and marginal job functions in a safe manner asidentifiedbySaintAnthonyHospitaland the respective department while adhering to the Hospitals confidentiality norms and standards. Actively and consistentlydemonstratesthe core values ofSaintAnthonyHospitalin all interactions with others. Assumes responsibility for knowing andmaintainingestablished hospital and departmentalobjectives, policies/procedures including general sanitation, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Participates in performance activities including problem identification, data collection, solution selection, implementation and evaluation. Also assists in the care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies as appropriate. Participates in staff meetings and other inservices, meetings or committees as required. Maintains educational requirements for licensure and certification. General Job Requirements Basic education of M.D., D.O. or equivalent medical degree Holds currentunrestrictedphysician and surgeon licensein the State of Illinois. Holds currentDEAlicenseand Controlled Substancein the State of Illinois. Successfully completed a residencyprogramAnesthesiology approved by ACGME or its equivalent. The applicant must be able todemonstratethat he or she has performed at least 50 anesthetic procedures during the past24 months. Becomeprivileged and credentialed by the Medical Staffin accordance withthe Medical Staff Bylawsand remain in good standing. ACLS Certified CPR Certified To perform the job successfully, an individual shoulddemonstratethe following competencies in performance of the essential functions of this position. Problem solvingthe individualidentifiesand resolves problemsin a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully andmaintainsconfidentiality. Interpersonal skillsthe individualestablishesrelationships quickly with all levels of employees within the organization,is able tomaintainconfidentiality, andremainsopen to others ideas and ways of doing things. Communicationthe individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; able to produce written documents and communications that provide clear expression of ideas or goals;is able toactively listen to gain an understanding of a situation and respond accordingly. Planning/organizingthe individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently. Quality controlthe individualdemonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness andmonitorsownwork to ensure quality; ability to edit work for spelling and grammar and presents numerical data effectively. Adaptabilitythe individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competingdemandsandis able todeal with frequent change,delaysor unexpected events. Dependabilitythe individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to managementdirectionandsolicitsfeedback to improve performance. Saint Anthony Hospital Highlights: Saint Anthony Hospital is an independent, nonprofit, faith-based, acute care, community hospital dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the families on the West Side and Southwest Side of Chicago. Saint Anthony Hospital has been certified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. Saint Anthony Hospital offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program for employees and their families. Saint Anthony Hospital employs and teaches some of the citys brightest, most innovative resident physicians and medical students. Salary Range:$334,909 -$515,767