Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Position Summary & Qualifications

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine is seeking to hire critical care anesthesiologists to join our Division of Critical Care Medicine. Critical care anesthesiologists can practice solely in the ICU setting or have a blended practice, working in both general and subspecialty ORs (based on fellowship training and experience) and providing critical care staffing to the surgical, neuro, and cardiac ICUs. Qualifications for this position include:

• Eligible for Alabama Licensure
• Board certification or eligibility in Critical Care Medicine
• Fellowship training with eligibility and certification in subspecialty critical care boards
• Strong clinical, education, and interpersonal skills that will enable one to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Note: J-1 visa applicants will be considered for employment.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with rank and experience
• $40,000 sign-on bonus
• 05% employer retirement contribution beginning in second year
• 22 vacation days, 12 paid holidays, up to 10 sick days
• Week on/week off scheduling for ICU work
• 23 weeks full-time critical care
• CME funds and time provided
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness availability

About UAB Medicine

U.S. News & World Report continually ranks UAB Hospital—the fifth largest hospital in the country—as the No. 1 hospital in Alabama. UAB Medicine boasts 9 network hospitals as well as 79 other sites of care. As the major quaternary referral center for Alabama and the Southeast, UAB Medicine has the only Level I trauma center in Alabama. It is also home to a comprehensive transplant center, comprehensive cancer center, major referral center for complex cardiac disorders and advanced mechanical circulatory support, and the state's first and leading comprehensive stroke center.

With 84 residents and 12+ fellows in a variety of specialties, our faculty are dedicated to teaching the next generation of anesthesiologists through a strong didactic program that is nationally recognized. Our department emphasizes mentorship as a core part of its culture, and our faculty have access to individualized job coaching to support their professional goals. UAB has a multitude of offerings and resources to support you both personally and professionally.

https://www.uab.edu/medicine/anesthesiology/about/careers

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