General | Anesthesiologist | 27-Week Travel Contract – Knoxville, TN

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist Jobs – General & Cardiac Anesthesiology in Knoxville, TN

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible locum tenens anesthesiologist for a general and cardiac anesthesia opportunity in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Manage diverse surgical cases, including procedures involving transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), while collaborating with CRNAs and an experienced anesthesia team in a 10-room department. Knoxville offers a welcoming community, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the Great Smoky Mountains.

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist Job Details

• Specialty: General Anesthesiology
• Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $8,430–$8,890
• Start Date: January 4, 2027
• Assignment End Date: July 10, 2027
• Assignment Duration: Approximately 26 weeks
• Schedule: 16-hour day shifts; 32 hours per week
• Additional Shifts: 10-, 12-, and 24-hour shifts may be available
• Call: Required 72-hour weekend call
• Case Mix: General, cardiac, neurologic, and orthopedic procedures
• Department: 10 anesthesia rooms; physicians supervise CRNAs at an approximately 1:8 physician-to-CRNA ratio
• Charting System: iPro
• Privileging Timeframe: Approximately 120 days

Anesthesiologist Job Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an approved anesthesiology residency
• Board certification or fellowship training in anesthesiology required
• Current, unrestricted physician license; applicants must already hold the required state license
• At least 1 year of post-residency anesthesiology experience
• Comfort managing general and cardiac anesthesia cases, including cases involving TEE; TEE certification is not required
• ECFMG and FLEX credentials, as applicable
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with CRNAs and surgical teams

General and Cardiac Anesthesiology Responsibilities

• Assist with directing and coordinating activities within the anesthesia department
• Provide medical management for patients undergoing surgery and other procedures requiring anesthesia
• Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia assessments and obtain or verify informed consent
• Discuss anesthetic options, benefits, and risks with patients and their families
• Administer and manage induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia
• Monitor patients’ physiological conditions throughout procedures and recovery
• Provide timely clinical interventions when indicated
• Manage a diverse range of general, cardiac, neurologic, and orthopedic cases
• Supervise and collaborate with CRNAs to promote safe, efficient, high-quality patient care
• Participate in scheduled call, including required weekend coverage

Apply now for this locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in Knoxville, Tennessee, and join a collaborative anesthesia team serving a diverse surgical patient population.

Benefits

1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.

About GHR

About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company
For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.

We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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