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Job description
Description
nJob Summary/Overall Objectives
nThe Anesthesiologist is responsible for examining patients, reviewing their medical history, determining the physical status of the patient, informing the patient of all risks/side effects associated with anesthesia, monitoring and evaluating patient care throughout the surgical process, and ensuring patient safety. The position manages patients throughout the continuum of hospital care by collaborating with other medical professionals.
nEssential Job Functions
nnnRefer patients to medical specialists or other professionals as appropriate.
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nnObtain and/or verify patient consent
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nnDiscuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
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nnOrder and administer analgesics/sedatives during the perioperative period.
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nnEvaluate the patient throughout the perioperative period.
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nnDetermine the physical status of the patient and plan accordingly.
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nnMonitor and provide support of vital functions, including, but not limited to, management of ventilation and administration of fluids and blood products.
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nnAirway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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nnRespond to emergencies and unexpected complications.
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nnAbility to make decisions in a highly stressful environment
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nnPrescribe medications as appropriate.
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nnDocument throughout the perioperative period.
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nnFinalize Anesthesia Records
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nnExcellent phone etiquette
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nnParticipate in Independence health System Medical Group meetings and leadership meetings upon request.
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nnOther duties as assigned.
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n nCompetency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
nRequired Qualifications/Experience
nnnDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
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nn3 years of experience in anesthesiology.
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nnStrong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
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nnStrong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
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n nPreferred Qualifications/Experience
nnExperience in Healthcare setting.
n nLicense, Certification & Clearances
nnnCurrent medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
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nnBoard Certification or Board eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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nnAct 33 with renewal
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nnAct 34 with renewal
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nnAct 73 FBI Clearance
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nnCurrent BLS (Basic Life Support)
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nnCurrent ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
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nnCurrent PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
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nnDEA License.
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n nPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work
nnnIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
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nnTravel may be expected locally between System locations.
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n nEqual Employment Opportunity
nIndependence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
nDisclaimer
nThis job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
nEqual Opportunity Employer
nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
butler, PA, 16001, US
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