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Job DetailsJefferson Health is seeking an experienced anesthesiologist to serve as Associate Chair of Anesthesiology at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia. This leadership opportunity combines clinical practice with departmental oversight, focusing on operational excellence, quality improvement, physician engagement, and the continued growth of anesthesia services. The Associate Chair will collaborate with departmental and enterprise leadership to advance strategic initiatives, support physician and CRNA recruitment and development, and foster a collaborative, high-performing clinical team.
Job DescriptionAssociate Chair of Anesthesiology - Jefferson Einstein Medical Center Jefferson Health is seeking an accomplished, collaborative, and forward-thinking anesthesiologist to serve as Associate Chair of Anesthesiology at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia.
This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for a physician who is passionate about clinical excellence, physician engagement, and advancing anesthesia services within a large urban medical center.
Position Overview:The Associate Chair will work closely with departmental and enterprise leadership to support clinical operations, quality initiatives, physician recruitment, and the continued development of anesthesia services.
This position combines meaningful administrative leadership with an active clinical practice, offering the opportunity to influence the department's strategic direction while remaining engaged in patient care.
Key Responsibilities:- Partner with the Department Chair and clinical leadership to advance departmental goals and strategic initiatives.
- Support daily clinical operations, staffing, scheduling, and resource utilization.
- Promote clinical excellence, patient safety, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment among anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Participate in physician and CRNA recruitment, retention, mentorship, and professional development.
- Support the growth and continued advancement of anesthesia services across the Einstein campus.
- Maintain an active clinical practice in general anesthesiology.
Department Highlights:- Established anesthesia department with approximately 28 anesthesiologists and 50 CRNAs.
- Diverse clinical practice including general anesthesiology, obstetrics, regional anesthesia, and orthopedic procedures.
- Collaborative anesthesia care-team model.
- Flexible scheduling options designed to support work-life balance.
- Approximately 1:9 call rotation, with time off before and after call.
- Redesigned 12-hour weekday call schedule.
- Typical call team consists of one attending anesthesiologist and three CRNAs.
- Opportunities to contribute to departmental leadership, operational improvements, and service development.
Qualifications:- Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesiology residency program.
- Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania.
- Previous clinical leadership, administrative, or operational experience preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, physician collaboration, and patient-centered care.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational leadership skills.
- Fellowship training welcomed but not required.
Compensation & Benefits:Jefferson Health offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and leadership responsibilities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement benefits, including pension and 403(b)/457 plan options, subject to eligibility.
- Paid time off, CME time, and professional development support.
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
Work ShiftWorker Sub TypeRegular
Employee EntityAlbert Einstein Medical Center
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BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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