Description

This role offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality perioperative and procedural anesthesia care within a respected medical practice setting, supporting patient safety and positive surgical outcomes.

As a Locum Anesthesiologist, you will provide anesthesia services across a range of surgical and procedural cases, conducting pre-anesthetic evaluations, developing individualized anesthetic plans, and monitoring patients throughout their care. You will collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and the wider clinical team to ensure seamless, evidence-based care in a fast-paced medical environment.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-anesthetic evaluations and assess patient risk factors
Develop and implement individualized anesthesia plans for surgical and procedural cases
Administer general, regional, and local anesthesia as appropriate
Monitor patient vital signs and anesthetic depth throughout procedures
Manage intraoperative complications and respond promptly to emergencies
Oversee postoperative recovery and pain management protocols
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and surgical teams to optimize patient care
Document anesthesia records, clinical notes, and patient outcomes accurately
Adhere to institutional policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes

Requirements

Valid MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program
Active and unrestricted medical license eligible for practice in Iowa
Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology
Current DEA registration and valid ACLS and BLS certifications
Strong knowledge of airway management and advanced anesthetic techniques
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Experience in an associate or locum tenens capacity preferred

Schedule: Friday (5p-7a) or weekends (7a-7a)

Annual Volume: 3,600 surgical cases

Case Types: Orthopedics, L&D, spine, GI, gynecology, urology, cath lab, interventional radiology, bariatric bypass, and minimal vascular cases

Will practice independently

Support Staff: Anesthesiologists, CRNA, and anesthesia tech

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

BLS and DEA required

Paid travel & expenses