Description
NEW Cardiac Service Line starting in August 2021 Critical Care Anesthesiologist– CTICU recruiting now
Come help build our Program at White Plains Hospital, Westchester, NY
JOB TITLE: Critical care anesthesiologist (Open heart ICU + OR Anesthesia)
JOB TYPE: FULL TIME / Days
SCHEDULE: Hybrid position including ICU time + clinical OR anesthesia care
HOURS: Per discussion with director
White Plains Hospital, a 292 bed, leading award-winning hospital, located 25 miles north of Manhattan, in White Plains, Westchester NY, is looking for a critical care anesthesiologist with open heart ICU (CTICU) experience for our new full service cardiac service line consisting of cardiac surgery, EP, interventional cardiology, and structural heart interventions.
Backed by Montefiore's renowned heart program, this is an amazing opportunity to help build a world-class cardiac surgery program, right here in Westchester!
This will be a hybrid position via a collaboration with NAPA Anesthesia, one of the premier anesthesiology groups in the country and White Plains hospital. It will encompass care for patients recovering from open heart surgery in the ICU, as well as providing anesthesia care for patients having a wide variety of operations including ambulatory, major spine, hepatobiliary, and major vascular. Those with cardiothoracic anesthesiology fellowship training would also be part of the open heart OR team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinates the care (evaluation, treatment, admission, and discharge) of patients who are admitted to the department of Cardiac Services.
- Thoroughly, and with adequate frequency, communicates with patient, appropriate family members, surgeon, specialty consulting physicians, and hospital staff regarding the status of the admitted patient.
- Provides education for staff and patients / family with whom the Intensivist interacts.
- Supervises Advanced Practice Providers (NPs & PAs).
- Institutes immediate and appropriate intervention in life or disability-threatening emergencies.
- Documents evaluation of and treatment given to all patients. Provides each patient with discharge instructions, both oral and written. Gives referring physician verbal and written report upon discharge of patient.
- Works assigned shifts and when on-shift does not leave the Hospital Campus.
- Attends all relevant professional meetings scheduled for the Department.
- Participates in chart review and organized activities to reduce length of stay and improve quality outcomes.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned per the director of anesthesiology for anesthesia care.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE INTENSIVISTCTICU
- Medical Degree (MD or DO) and Board certified in Critical Care Medicine, Thoracic Surgery or other relevant specialty.
- Primary board certifications can include Internal Medicine, Anesthesia, Emergency Medicine or General Surgery.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU is preferred.
- Candidates graduating from their sub-specialty training will also be considered depending upon CTICU experience during fellowship training.
- Valid NYS Medical License.
- Valid ACLS Certification.
- Compliance with CME Requirements (Hospital, Regional, State, and Federal)
WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- Great Place to Work
- Magnet Recognized
- AACN Beacon Award of Excellence for Critical Care
- Leapfrog Group “A” ( certified as one of the safest hospitals I the US)
- U.S. News & World Report - Best Regional Hospital
- Healthgrades® – Outstanding Patient Experience Award™
- Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals
- Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval
- AHA Designation as a primary stroke center
- And many more.
ABOUT WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL
White Plains Hospital (WPH), a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization located less than 25 miles from Manhattan, NY.
As we grow and expand our services, we are searching for candidates who value and exemplify teamwork and a commitment to customer service, quality and excellence. If yes - come grow with us and be a part of what is exceptional, every day!
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a CV to Sharon O. Alfonso
Email: salfonso@wphospital.org
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