Locum Physician (MD / DO) - General Practice in Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Anesthesiologist – Locum Opportunity

Location : Philadelphia, PA

Start Date :  ASAP ongoing

Shift : 12 : 00 PM – 5 : 00 PM | 2–3 days / month (1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday or Thursday)

Overview

A vascular center in Philadelphia is seeking board-certified anesthesiologists for part-time locum coverage. Providers must be comfortable working independently in a paper charting environment and performing nerve blocks for vascular patients. The role involves cardiovascular cases and MAC sedation in a low-volume setting.

Responsibilities

Assist in directing and coordinating activities in the Anesthesia Department

Provide medical management of patients undergoing procedures requiring anesthesia

Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments

Obtain and verify patient consent

Discuss anesthetic options and risks with patients

Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia

Monitor patients’ physiological condition throughout procedures

Provide clinical interventions as needed

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited College of Medicine

ECFMG and FLEX certification

Completion of an approved residency in Anesthesia

Current physician license

Board certification required

No additional certifications required

Facility Details

Vascular center setting

Independent practice model

Paper charting

Must be able to perform nerve blocks

30–60 day credentialing timeline

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