Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist - Hospital-Based OR & Call Coverage (Albany, NY)

We’re looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible anesthesiologist to fill a locum tenens position at a hospital in Albany, NY. This role is largely clinical and involves providing high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care in the operating room, responding to emergencies, and covering after-hours calls. The right candidate values patient safety, follows established clinical and regulatory standards, and works well in a collaborative hospital environment.

Compensation

• $240-$250 per hour

Schedule & coverage

• Weekday on-site: Monday-Friday, roughly 7:00 AM-5:30 PM
• OR hours: typically 7:00 AM-5:00 PM (may extend for emergencies)
• Weekday call: 5:00 PM-7:00 AM
• Weekend call: Saturday 7:00 AM through Monday 7:00 AM
• Federal holidays: 24-hour coverage, 7:00 AM-7:00 AM following day
• Emergency callback: must be able to arrive on site within 60 minutes when called from off-site
• Clinic hours (when applicable): typically 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Core responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia for scheduled surgeries and emergency cases
• Perform pre-anesthesia evaluations and create individualized anesthesia plans
• Administer and continuously monitor anesthesia throughout procedures
• Monitor vital signs and respond promptly to changes in clinical status
• Cover after-hours, weekend, and holiday calls and respond to callbacks within the 60-minute requirement
• Maintain accurate, timely anesthesia documentation and medical records
• Participate in required staff meetings and relevant administrative activities
• Ensure compliance with ASA standards, The Joint Commission requirements, facility policies, and applicable VA/VHA rules and credentialing standards

Workload & administrative expectations

• Roughly 99.5% direct patient care and 0.5% administrative duties
• Monthly staff meeting: 7:15 AM-8:00 AM
• Approximately 8 hours per year dedicated to administrative and staff meetings

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
• Current, full, unrestricted U.S. medical license
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or accepted equivalents)
• Ability to meet required certifications, CME, and continuing education obligations

If you’re committed to safe, high-quality anesthesia care and meet the qualifications, this locum tenens assignment in Albany offers a focused clinical role with clear scheduling and expectations.