Anesthesiologist- Cardiac Augusta, GA

Cardiac Anesthesiologist – Piedmont Healthcare

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join our distinguished team at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. The ideal candidate will have fellowship training in cardiac anesthesia and demonstrate clinical excellence, leadership and a commitment to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care within a collaborative and innovative clinical environment. Applicants at all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

This position is open to new graduates who demonstrate a commitment to learning, professional growth, and delivering high-quality patient care within a collaborative team environment.

Position Highlights & Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive cardiac anesthesia services for a wide range of cardiac and thoracic procedures, including CABG, valve repair/replacement, TAVR, and other complex cardiac interventions
• Perform and interpret transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) as part of intraoperative management
• Deliver anesthesia care for both cardiac and non-cardiac surgical cases as needed
• Supervise and collaborate with Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and Anesthesiologist Assistants (AAs) to ensure safe, high-quality anesthesia care
• Participate in 24/7 cardiac anesthesia coverage in coordination with the anesthesia care team
• Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and clinical communication
• Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical innovation

Requirements:
• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Active Georgia medical license (or eligible and willing to obtain Georgia licensure
• Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Anesthesia
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in general anesthesia (newer physicians with relevant training are encouraged to apply)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary cardiovascular care team

Piedmont Healthcare Offers:
• Competitive compensation with guaranteed base salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Sign-on bonus
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
• Physician-led governance structure
• Cardiac Stipend

About Piedmont Healthcare:
Piedmont Healthcare is a leading not-for-profit healthcare system in Georgia, recognized for excellence in clinical care and innovation. Our cardiac anesthesia team supports one of the state’s most active and respected cardiothoracic surgery programs, known for outstanding patient outcomes and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Piedmont Augusta, founded in 1818 and formally University Hospital, is the oldest and largest hospital in our region and the second oldest in Georgia. This 812-bed, not-for-profit community hospital provides acute-care services and encompasses two campuses, including Piedmont Augusta Summerville Campus, and serves 25 counties across two states. The hospital joined the Piedmont family on March 1, 2022, and leads the region in safety, quality and price transparency. Piedmont Augusta gives back to our community in other ways, including contributing more than $1 billion annually to our community including contributing more than $1 billion annually to our community according to the Georgia Hospital Association and providing more than $41 million annually in indigent and charity care.

Piedmont Augusta continues to train tomorrow’s caregivers, spending nearly $20 million in 2021 for our School of Radiography, School of Cardiovascular Technology and interns and residents. Piedmont Augusta has set itself apart with quality and safety awards and accreditations covering our comprehensive heart and vascular care, orthopedics, neurosciences, bariatrics and weight management, cancer services, minimally invasive surgeries and obstetrics and gynecology.

Major Services

• Cancer Care
• Bariatric Services
• Emergency Services
• Heart & Vascular Services
• Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal Treatment Program
• Orthopedics & Spine
• Surgical Services
• Women's Health Services

Piedmont Healthcare is a top-rated system with award winning hospitals and employees comprised of over 22 hospitals, more than 2,500 physicians, and over 700 clinic practice locations across greater Atlanta and North Georgia. With over 1 million outpatient encounters, you will have the opportunity to see and treat a variety of medical conditions. Metro Atlanta’s vibrant economy fuels a wealth of global communities and diverse cultural experiences, while the state of Georgia offers coastline beaches and mountain views. Live and work with the best at Piedmont in the big and small towns of the Peach State.