Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northeastern Tennessee

• Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-TN
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: January - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: OR
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This facility operates as a Level 1 Trauma Center providing comprehensive surgical and anesthesia services across a wide variety of cases. The anesthesia department functions under a physician medical direction model with a 1:4 staffing ratio and maintains organized perioperative protocols designed to support quality patient care delivery. Locum tenens anesthesiologist coverage is sought beginning January on an ongoing basis to address staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.

The surrounding region offers a range of outdoor recreation, music heritage, and cultural attractions suited to diverse interests. Clinicians on assignment may access opportunities for boating, kayaking, and fishing, as well as destinations featuring Appalachian traditions and live country music. Additional seasonal recreational options include snow tubing and mountain activities, alongside natural attractions such as caverns and designated recreation areas.

Clinicians in this role will provide anesthesia services under a physician medical direction model (1:4 ratio) during day shifts within an operating room setting, working 10-hour shifts. The facility supports a wide variety of surgical cases consistent with a Level 1 Trauma Center, offering clinical breadth across multiple surgical specialties. Physicians are responsible for placing nerve blocks, while CRNAs place epidurals within this collaborative staffing structure. Board certification in Anesthesiology is required for all clinicians considered for this role.

• Case Load/PPD: Varies
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: N/A
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No
• Percentage Hands On: 50%
• Supervision/Medical Direction: Medical Direction
• Staffing Model: Medical Direction model; 50% hands-on MD; 1:4 staffing ratio; OR setting; day shift; no call required

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