Director of Anesthesia Opportunity – 425-Bed Regional Medical Center, East TexasLead a High-Performing Anesthesia Department in a Growing East Texas CommunityA prominent 425-bed regional referral center and Level II Trauma Center in East Texas is seeking an experienced, board-certified Anesthesiologist to serve as Director of Anesthesia. This leadership role offers the opportunity to guide a well-established, collegial team while maintaining an excellent work-life balance in a supportive, high-retention environment (95% physician retention system-wide).Practice & Leadership Highlights:Current team: 9 full-time Anesthesiologists and 27 CRNAs providing exceptional supportCoverage responsibilities:Main OR: 14 rooms with approximately 7,000 cases annuallyCath Lab: 2 spots covered daily (total 5 rooms across the main hospital and ASC)Freestanding ASC: 7–8 roomsCall: Favorable 1:10 weeknight and 1:5 weekend (always 2 providers staffed); call is from home; Night shift on weekly rotationSchedule: D1 model (full week on, post-call week off) – guaranteed week off after call week; approximately 50-hour work week average (including administrative duties)Case mix (general anesthesiology focus with leadership oversight):Always/High volume: Major vascular, Orthopedics, Regional anesthesiaSometimes/Variable: Cardiac (team will proctor if needed), Thoracic, Pediatrics, Neuro, Trauma, Outpatient surgery, Chronic pain (occasional)Rarely/Never: Critical care (rare), Obstetrics (handled by CRNAs), Acute pain, Office-based, Preop screening clinic (Chief/Director may oversee; regular Anesthesiologists do not routinely cover)Medically directed model with no resident supervision; emphasis on quality, efficiency, and team developmentAs Director of Anesthesia, you will:Provide strategic and operational leadership for the anesthesia service lineOversee clinical quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiativesCollaborate with hospital administration, surgical services, and other departmentsMentor and support the physician and CRNA teamParticipate in case coverage while leading departmental growth and innovationCompensation & Benefits Package (Competitive & Comprehensive):Attractive leadership salary with production incentives and administrative stipendGenerous sign-on bonus8 weeks PTO (no additional CME time off required)Full benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, malpractice coverage with tailCME allowance and paid timeRelocation assistance availableNo state income tax in Texas + cost of living ~15% below U.S. averageWhy East Texas?Service area population >400,000 in a rapidly growing regionPerfect balance of Quality of Life and Quality of Practice – family-friendly communities, affordable housing, excellent schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and a welcoming cultureConvenient access to the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area and one of the world's busiest international airports (DFW)Ideal location for leaders seeking professional fulfillment in a lower-stress, high-quality environment with big-city amenities just a short drive awayThis is an outstanding opportunity for a visionary, team-oriented Anesthesiologist leader who values strong CRNA collaboration, home call, a predictable ~50-hour work week with substantial time off, diverse case exposure (including Level II trauma capabilities), and the chance to shape the future of anesthesia services in a thriving East Texas medical community.Board certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) required, along with demonstrated leadership experience or readiness to step into a director-level role.For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact:Keith Evola President KTE Services, LLC. Elevating Healthcare One Step at a Time www.ktemedicaljobs.com 904-940-5415We look forward to discussing this exciting leadership opportunity with you!
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