What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist- (M60091)- School of Medicine position at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)?
Mission or Goal of Unit: The
Department of Anesthesiology is committed to delivering the best possible
anesthetic and critical care to our pediatric patients, to advancing research and quality
improvement in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine and training the next
generation of anesthesiologists through our residency and fellowship programs
along with medical student teaching. Chief Purpose of this position: Provide care to pediatric patients at VCU Health CHOR as assigned by the Department Chair or Chair’s delegate. This includes
preanesthetic evaluation, intraoperative anesthetic care, postoperative rounds,
resuscitation and intensive care, therapeutic/diagnostic nerve blocks, and
consultation in cases of chronic pain. Directs the activities of nurse
anesthetists as assigned by Chair or Chair’s delegate Position Responsibilities: Required Qualifications: MD or DO
degree ABA Board-certified anesthesiologist with subspecialty training and certification in pediatric cardiac anesthesia. Eligible for unrestricted
medical licensure in Virginia Eligible for employment in
the United States Good communication,
clinical and teaching skills Demonstrated
experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student
environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
1) Teaching: Provides “bedside” clinical teaching of residents, medical students, student nurse anesthetists and others. Participates in the didactic teaching programs of the Department at this institution and attends conferences, rounds, and staff meetings as required by Chair.
2) Research: May pursue clinical or laboratory research and other scholarly interests independently but within the guidelines of the Institution and Department. Participate in clinical trials depending upon interest and area of specialization.
3) Service: May serve on various departmental, School of Medicine, University or VCU Health System committees as requested by Chair or determined via individual interest. the Department stresses the importance of being a good citizen of the institution and fosters community service at all levels.
4) Clinical: Provide clinical anesthesiology care to patients as directed by Department Chair or delegate including main OR and ambulatory areas. May supervise and direct Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) as appropriate. Direct anesthesia care in other critical care areas of the medical center.
Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:
SOM- Anesthesiology
Salary: Commensurate
ORP Eligibility: NO
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Sara DInnocenzo
Contact Email: sara.dinnocenzo1@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone:
