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Job description
Position Overview
A leading academic medical center in Georgia is seeking a fellowship-trained Obstetric Anesthesiologist to serve as Medical Director of Labor & Delivery Anesthesia Services. This role combines hands-on clinical care with program leadership, giving you the opportunity to guide a high-volume obstetric anesthesia service within a Level 1 Trauma Center.
As Medical Director, you'll oversee anesthesia operations for more than 2,500 annual deliveries, direct care for high-risk maternal populations, and collaborate with OB-GYN, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and nursing leadership. You'll also play a pivotal role in quality improvement, education, and future fellowship development.
Clinical & Leadership Scope Lead all anesthesia services for Labor & Delivery
Oversee 2,500+ annual deliveries and complex obstetric cases
Provide anesthesia for labor epidurals, C-sections, and surgical procedures
Participate in general anesthesia cases through the adult call pool
Shape strategic direction of obstetric anesthesia service line
Program Development & Academic Opportunities Lead quality initiatives, readiness drills, and safety projects
Develop clinical guidelines and best practice protocols
Teach anesthesiology residents, CRNAs, and medical students
Mentor junior faculty and advance academic program growth
Future involvement in OB fellowship development
Schedule & Call Routine shifts: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Call ~7 shifts/month, including 12-hour weekday and weekend blocks
Post-call recovery: 2 days off after weekday call; 3 days after weekend call
Balanced mix of OB and general anesthesia coverage
Department Resources Large, multidisciplinary team: 40+ anesthesiologists, 40+ CRNAs, residents
$3.5M investment in new anesthesia machines and ultrasound
Epic EMR and Qgenda scheduling system
Dedicated faculty development funds for CME, dues, and licensure
Collaborative, academic-focused environment
Compensation & Benefits Minimum Base Salary: $520,000 + incentive bonus
$40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance
56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays
CME allowance: $5,000
Faculty development funds for dues, licenses, and subscriptions
Malpractice coverage with state tort reform protections
Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (effective Day 1)
Retirement and pension plan options (403b & 457b)
Why Consider This Role? Define and lead the future of OB Anesthesia Services in an academic setting
Maintain a strong clinical role while shaping program growth
Collaborate with outstanding interdisciplinary teams
Enjoy academic prestige with teaching and fellowship development opportunities
Competitive compensation, benefits, and significant paid time off
Live in a vibrant, affordable Southeastern community with access to cultural amenities and outdoor recreation
Qualifications
Required: ABA board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology
Fellowship training in Obstetric Anesthesia
Minimum academic rank: Associate Professor
Active or eligible Georgia medical license
ACLS certification; ability to obtain ATLS, FCCS, and TTE
Preferred: Leadership experience in academic or clinical practice
Expertise in managing high-risk obstetric populations
Strong record in teaching, mentorship, and quality improvement
Community & Lifestyle | Georgia
Georgia offers an affordable and active lifestyle with easy access to major Southeastern cities. Enjoy world-class golf, nationally recognized sporting events, scenic lakes and rivers, excellent schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods-all within 2 hours of Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston.
Worksite address
augusta, GA, 30910, US
Who can apply
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