Medical Director – Obstetric Anesthesiology | Georgia Academic Center
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Obstetric anesthesiology physician medical director.
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Details
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- 25 d ago · posted 2025-07-17
- Location
- Augusta, Georgia
Full description
Position Overview
A leading academic medical center in Georgia is seeking a fellowship-trained Obstetric Anesthesiologist to serve as Medical Director of Labor & Delivery Anesthesia Services. This role combines hands-on clinical care with program leadership, giving you the opportunity to guide a high-volume obstetric anesthesia service within a Level 1 Trauma Center.
As Medical Director, you’ll oversee anesthesia operations for more than 2,500 annual deliveries, direct care for high-risk maternal populations, and collaborate with OB-GYN, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and nursing leadership. You’ll also play a pivotal role in quality improvement, education, and future fellowship development.
Clinical & Leadership Scope
• Lead all anesthesia services for Labor & Delivery
• Oversee 2,500+ annual deliveries and complex obstetric cases
• Provide anesthesia for labor epidurals, C-sections, and surgical procedures
• Participate in general anesthesia cases through the adult call pool
• Shape strategic direction of obstetric anesthesia service line
Program Development & Academic Opportunities
• Lead quality initiatives, readiness drills, and safety projects
• Develop clinical guidelines and best practice protocols
• Teach anesthesiology residents, CRNAs, and medical students
• Mentor junior faculty and advance academic program growth
• Future involvement in OB fellowship development
Schedule & Call
• Routine shifts: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Call ~7 shifts/month, including 12-hour weekday and weekend blocks
• Post-call recovery: 2 days off after weekday call; 3 days after weekend call
• Balanced mix of OB and general anesthesia coverage
Department Resources
• Large, multidisciplinary team: 40+ anesthesiologists, 40+ CRNAs, residents
• $3.5M investment in new anesthesia machines and ultrasound
• Epic EMR and Qgenda scheduling system
• Dedicated faculty development funds for CME, dues, and licensure
• Collaborative, academic-focused environment
Compensation & Benefits
• Minimum Base Salary: $520,000 + incentive bonus
• $40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance
• 56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays
• CME allowance: $5,000
• Faculty development funds for dues, licenses, and subscriptions
• Malpractice coverage with state tort reform protections
• Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (effective Day 1)
• Retirement and pension plan options (403b & 457b)
Why Consider This Role?
• Define and lead the future of OB Anesthesia Services in an academic setting
• Maintain a strong clinical role while shaping program growth
• Collaborate with outstanding interdisciplinary teams
• Enjoy academic prestige with teaching and fellowship development opportunities
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and significant paid time off
• Live in a vibrant, affordable Southeastern community with access to cultural amenities and outdoor recreation
Qualifications
Required:
• ABA board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology
• Fellowship training in Obstetric Anesthesia
• Minimum academic rank: Associate Professor
• Active or eligible Georgia medical license
• ACLS certification; ability to obtain ATLS, FCCS, and TTE
Preferred:
• Leadership experience in academic or clinical practice
• Expertise in managing high-risk obstetric populations
• Strong record in teaching, mentorship, and quality improvement
Community & Lifestyle | Georgia
Georgia offers an affordable and active lifestyle with easy access to major Southeastern cities. Enjoy world-class golf, nationally recognized sporting events, scenic lakes and rivers, excellent schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods—all within 2 hours of Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston.
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