Obstetric Anesthesiology Medical Director

Position Overview

A leading academic medical center in Georgia is seeking a fellowship-trained Obstetric Anesthesiologist to serve as Medical Director of Labor & Delivery Anesthesia Services.

This role combines hands-on clinical care with program leadership, giving you the opportunity to guide a high-volume obstetric anesthesia service within a Level 1 Trauma Center.

As Medical Director, you’ll oversee anesthesia operations for more than 2,500 annual deliveries, direct care for high-risk maternal populations, and collaborate with OB-GYN, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and nursing leadership.

You’ll also play a pivotal role in quality improvement, education, and future fellowship development.

Clinical & Leadership Scope

Lead all anesthesia services for Labor & Delivery

Oversee 2,500+ annual deliveries and complex obstetric cases

Provide anesthesia for labor epidurals, C-sections, and surgical procedures

Participate in general anesthesia cases through the adult call pool

Shape strategic direction of obstetric anesthesia service line

Program Development & Academic Opportunities

Lead quality initiatives, readiness drills, and safety projects

Develop clinical guidelines and best practice protocols

Teach anesthesiology residents, CRNAs, and medical students

Mentor junior faculty and advance academic program growth

Future involvement in OB fellowship development

Schedule & Call

Call ~7 shifts/month, including 12-hour weekday and weekend blocks

Balanced mix of OB and general anesthesia coverage

Department Resources

Large, multidisciplinary team: 40+ anesthesiologists, 40+ CRNAs, residents

$3.5M investment in new anesthesia machines and ultrasound

Epic EMR and Qgenda scheduling system

Dedicated faculty development funds for CME, dues, and licensure

Collaborative, academic-focused environment

Compensation & Benefits

$40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance

56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays

Faculty development funds for dues, licenses, and subscriptions

Malpractice coverage with state tort reform protections

Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (effective Day 1)

Retirement and pension plan options (403b & 457b)

Why Consider This Role?

Define and lead the future of OB Anesthesia Services in an academic setting

Maintain a strong clinical role while shaping program growth

Collaborate with outstanding interdisciplinary teams

Enjoy academic prestige with teaching and fellowship development opportunities

Competitive compensation, benefits, and significant paid time off

Live in a vibrant, affordable Southeastern community with access to cultural amenities and outdoor recreation

Qualifications

ABA board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology

Fellowship training in Obstetric Anesthesia

Active or eligible Georgia medical license

ACLS certification; ability to obtain ATLS, FCCS, and TTE

Leadership experience in academic or clinical practice

Expertise in managing high-risk obstetric populations

Strong record in teaching, mentorship, and quality improvement

Community & Lifestyle | Georgia

Georgia offers an affordable and active lifestyle with easy access to major Southeastern cities.

Enjoy world-class golf, nationally recognized sporting events, scenic lakes and rivers, excellent schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods—all within 2 hours of Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston.