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Job · #801661

OB-Focused Community Hospital Anesthesiologist

IN

Posted 28th Jul, 2026

At a glance

Job typeLocum Tenens
Contract1099
Schedule24-hr and day shifts
SpecialtyObstetric Anesthesiology
ProfessionAnesthesiologist

What it's like here

Community hospital

Quick summary

AI summary

Locum Anesthesiologist role at a rural community hospital in southern Indiana, ideal for providers comfortable with autonomous practice and frequent OB call support.

Highlights

  • 24-hr and day shifts
  • Weeknight/weekend call
  • Housing and travel covered

Description

Want the freedom to choose opportunities that fit your lifestyle? Odyssey Locums connects medical professionals—from new graduates to experienced providers—with locum tenens opportunities.
We provide staffing solutions for hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide giving providers access flexible schedules, premium pay, and personalized support every step of the way.
Our team provides streamlined credentialing, full-time recruiter support, and access to placements that fit your career goals, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience.
Anesthesiologist needed in Southern Indiana.
Shifts available: 24 Hour Call (7a-7a), Day Shift (7a-3p), Night Call (3p-7a)
Privileges available: Full Privileges, Temp Privileges
Minimum years of Experience: 2
Geographic restriction: Within driving distance of Madison, IN preferred
Other job post notes: One night call shift per week, and rotating weekend call coverage.
Credentials Accepted: MD/DO
Board level: BC/BE
Certifications: ACLS
Other Role Notes: The Anesthesia OR team has 2.5 fulltime MDs and 1 fulltime CRNA.
The facility has been using locum coverage for the other 2.5 positions, but none of the current locum providers can cover these weeks.
Practice Setting:
CRNAs practice independently with surgeon supervision based on the surgical case.
CRNAs are responsible for managing and preparing their own cases.
Facility includes 7 Operating Rooms & 1 Cystoscopy Room.
They typically run 4 ORs daily, and keep 1 room reserved for OB.
Call Coverage:
  • Primary call responsibilities are OB-related.
  • After placing an epidural, the provider may return to the hotel while remaining on call.
  • Nursing staff can manage epidural infusions, but any medication adjustments or boluses require the anesthesia provider to return to the hospital.
  • For emergency C-sections, providers must be able to arrive within 17 minutes when taking call from a hotel.
  • During VBAC deliveries (approximately 1 per month), the anesthesia provider must remain in-house.
Backup call is primarily utilized for:
  • Additional epidural needs
  • Emergency C-sections
  • Situations where the primary call provider is occupied with a complex case
Facility averages approximately one delivery per day.
Types of Procedures: ENT, Eyes, GS, Ortho, Urology, OB
  • Epidurals
  • Neuraxial anesthesia
  • Regional anesthesia
  • Single-shot interscalene blocks for shoulder surgery (no catheter placements)
  • Occasional regional blocks as clinically indicated
Additional practice details:
No involvement with Pain Management services.
Responds to code situations only when airway management assistance is required.
Central line placement is rare.
Endoscopy and TEE anesthesia support is infrequent and typically scheduled in advance for higher-acuity patients.
Pediatric cases:
No patients under 1 year of age unless discussed directly between the surgeon and anesthesia provider prior to scheduling.
Healthy children 6 months and older may be seen for ear tube procedures.
ENT:
Tonsillectomy patients under age 3 are admitted overnight for observation.
Orthopedics:
Total hip and knee procedures are routinely performed under spinal anesthesia with same-day discharge.
Ideal Candidate:
  • Comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy.
  • Experienced with OB anesthesia, epidurals, spinal anesthesia, and routine regional blocks.
  • Able to provide call coverage in a rural/community hospital setting with emphasis on obstetric support.
$2000 referral bonus received for any referral who works 30 days.
$Competitive Rate weeknight call + Premium if called in, Weekend Call equals 6 Regular Hours Per Day + Premium When Called In.
$Competitive Hourly pay + housing + travel + A++ rated malpractice insurance with tail coverage include
Take the first step into a premium anesthesiology assignment with Odyssey Locums — where you can grow your career, earn on your terms, and partner with a locum’s firm that puts providers first.
Please send resume to [email protected] and call/text Christina

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