Position Requirements

Anesthesiologist opportunity with collaborative team at Candler St Josephs Healthcare System in Savannah, GA

Description

Chartered in 1804, Candler Hospital is Georgia’s first hospital, and the second oldest continuously operating hospital in the United States. This 384-bed facility is affiliated with the Methodist Church and offers comprehensive primary care, outpatient services, and other specialty services.

St. Joseph’s Hospital has been part of this growing community since 1934, caring for generations of patients of all ages. Extremely skilled and experienced physicians, including those with national and international reputations, cover more than 70 specialties—such as surgery, internal medicine, neurology, and cardiology. A new six-story tower with 90 private patient rooms features a covered drop-off entrance and convenient ground-floor registration for patients.

Our practice has served the Southeast Georgia market for more than 60 years and provides anesthesia services at St. Joseph’s/Candler Hospitals, Effingham Hospital in Springfield, GA, and several ambulatory surgery centers

Awards
The Foster G. McGaw Prize for Excellence in Community Service - In honor of its broad-based efforts to improve the lives of the most vulnerable members of its community, St. Joseph’s/Candler is the recipient of the 2012 Foster G. McGaw Prize for Excellence in Community Service, one of the most esteemed community service honors in healthcare.
American Heart Association - collaborative performance improvement program, demonstrated to improve adherence to evidence-based care of patients hospitalized with stroke. Candler and St. Joseph’s both Gold Plus for Stroke

Case Assignments
Cardiac, general, peds, ortho, neuro, vascular, and endo. No OB

Shifts
Contact us for more information

Team Leadership
Raymond Sykola, Chief MD

Team Highlights
Our care team model means that we focus on giving everyone a voice, while supporting, respecting, and helping them to deliver care excellence.

Responsibilities
Assist in the directing and coordinating of activities in the Anesthesia Department
Responsible for the medical management of patients who are rendered unconscious and/or insensible to pain and emotional stress during surgery and other medical procedures
Pre-anesthesia assessment
Obtains and/or verifies patient consent
Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient Induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia
Monitoring of the patient's physiological condition
Performance of clinical intervention as needed

Requirements
M.D./D.O. Degree from an accredited College of Medicine
ECFMG and FLEX
Completion of approved residency in anesthesia
Currently licensed as a physician
Completed cardiac fellowship

Lifestyle
Savannah, GA:
Savannah is a beautiful coastal town known for its Southern hospitality and charm. Consistently named one of the “world’s friendliest cities” by Condé Nast Traveler readers, Savannah offers steady growth in the heart of the prospering Georgia economy. With its lovely architecture, historic mansions, emerald tree canopy, and quaint cobblestone streets, this city boasts a rich history. Scenic beaches are nearby, providing residents and visitors with many options for water sports and outdoor activities.

Area Attractions:
Savannah Historic District
Forsyth Park
The Paris Market
Wormsloe Historic Site
Schools and Colleges:
Savannah State University, The Savannah College of Art and Design, South University
Howard Elementary School, The Stem Academy at Bartlett, Savannah Arts Academy

Total Rewards
Salary: $450K

Sign On Incentives: $30K
Generous paid time off
Generous benefits package, including:
Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
401(k)
Fully paid malpractice insurance coverage
Leadership and professional development opportunities

EEO Statement

North American Partners in Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer.