The University of Florida Department of Anesthesiology is seeking Cardiothoracic Anesthesia-trained anesthesiologists to join our esteemed team in Gainesville, FL - a sunny, dynamic, and family-friendly city.
The Opportunity
- Join a dynamic and growing academic cardiothoracic division with a fellowship program .
- Collaborate closely with the Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery to provide the highest quality patient care available in a collegial, team-oriented environment.
- Benefit from a strong mentorship culture and abundant professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Provide anesthesia care for a variety of adult cardiac and thoracic surgical cases, including :
- Open heart surgery , including adult cardiopulmonary bypass cases (over 600 cases annually )
- Structural heart procedures (e.g., TAVR )
- Ventricular assist device ( VAD ) implantation, including bi-ventricular cardiac assist devices used for destination therapy or as a bridge to transplantation / recovery
- 20-30 adult heart transplants annually
- Heart and lung transplantation
- Provide specialized care for patients who refuse blood products during major cardiac or thoracic procedures for religious or personal reasons
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees
- Engage in clinical and translational research , with opportunities for academic and leadership growth
- Whether you are seeking a tenure or non-tenure track position, we have exciting opportunities for you. Full-time physicians are encouraged to join us, and we also offer part-time opportunities to cater to diverse needs
About the Division :
The Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Division includes a team of highly skilled faculty working in collaboration with UFs renowned cardiovascular surgery programsUF Health is the second-busiest aortic center in the nation , offering exceptional case volume and complexityFaculty provide care at UF Health Shands Hospital , a quaternary-care academic center ranked among the nations bestUF Health is one of the few centers in Florida offering surgically implanted bi-ventricular assist devices , either as destination therapy or a bridge to transplant / recoveryThe division is a referral destination for patients who decline blood transfusions , offering highly individualized, safe care for those with specific religious beliefs or medical preferencesThe division is committed to training , research , and continuous quality improvementQualifications :
MD, DO, or equivalent;ABA board certification or eligibility in AnesthesiologyCompletion of a residency in AnesthesiologyFellowship training in Cardiothoracic AnesthesiologyCredentials to obtain a State of Florida physician's licenseDemonstrated interest in academic medicine, teaching , and clinical excellenceThe Department of Anesthesiology comprises :
90+ faculty anesthesiologists11 active research faculty94 residents25 fellows70 CRNA / CAAs40+ dedicated support and administrative staffDepartment Statistics :
Coverage for 67 operating roomsCoverage for 16 NORA locations123,000+ patient encounters a yearPublish an average of 150+ peer-reviewed publications per year$965,000+ in grant fundingAs a faculty member, you will shape the future of anesthesiology through education, research, and innovative discoveries. Your expertise will enhance patient care at UF Healths premier facilities, including :
UF Health Heart, Neuro, Vascular HospitalUF Health Shands HospitalUF Health Shands Cancer Center HospitalWhether you are seeking a tenure or non-tenure track position , we have exciting opportunities for you. Full-time physicians are encouraged to join us, and we also offer part-time opportunities to cater to diverse needs.
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Special Instructions to Applicants :
Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a cover letter. Applicants may also attach three letters of reference or a list of three references.
The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. Only completed applications will be reviewed at this time.
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).