Pediatric Anesthesiologist

About the Practice

A prominent and well-established medical facility in the Syracuse, New York area is seeking a skilled, dedicated, and patient-centered Pediatric Anesthesiologist to join their clinical team on a full-time basis. The facility is deeply committed to providing highly specialized, top-tier anesthesia care to pediatric patients across a broad spectrum of surgical needs, while seamlessly supporting the general anesthesia service when required. They foster a highly collaborative, resource-rich, and medically advanced environment designed to optimize patient safety and support the professional growth of their medical staff.

Opportunity

This is an exceptional full-time opportunity for a Pediatric Anesthesiologist looking to practice at the top of their license. The workload is heavily specialized, comprising approximately 90% pediatric cases ranging from neonates to adolescents. The remaining 10% of the role involves general anesthesia cases, providing exposure to complex adult procedures including thoracic, vascular, neurosurgery, trauma, regional anesthesia, and outpatient surgery.

Crucially, OB cases are absolutely not required. This position offers a unique, highly desirable clinical blend: a primary, specialized focus on pediatric care paired with a diverse adult case mix to maintain a sharp multi-specialty clinical edge. To support the region’s expanding surgical pipeline, Pediatric Fellows nearing completion of their training are warmly welcome to apply and build a long-term career within a highly supportive, mentorship-driven infrastructure.

Whether you are seeking independent clinical tracks over rigid institutional networks via jobs in New York, evaluating local financial baselines through searches for competitive pediatric anesthesiologist salary data, or targeting premier localized clinical listings under jobs in Syracuse New York, this Central New York position provides an unmatched combination of high earning potential, elite case diversity, and extensive time-off benefits.

• Clinical Balance: 90% dedicated pediatric caseload paired with 10% complex general adult cases.

• Adult Case Mix: Thoracic, vascular, neurosurgery, trauma, regional, and outpatient surgery.

• Practice Boundary: Zero obstetrics (No OB) required.

• Career Inclusivity: Fellowship-driven environment fully open to graduating Pediatric Fellows.

• Employment Status: Secure, stable full-time institutional placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide, tailor, and safely manage comprehensive anesthesia services for a wide range of pediatric surgical and procedural cases, from neonates through adolescents.

• Conduct thorough pre-operative evaluations of pediatric patients, effectively communicate with anxious families, and develop individualized, age-appropriate anesthetic plans.

• Administer and monitor anesthesia safely and dynamically, precisely adapting techniques to the unique physiological and developmental needs of children.

• Manage pediatric patients efficiently in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) and decisively address any emergent or recovery-phase clinical situations.

• Provide high-quality general anesthesia services for adult cases including thoracic, vascular, neurosurgery, trauma, regional anesthesia, and outpatient surgery, as needed.

• Maintain complete, meticulous, and legally compliant electronic patient and anesthesia safety documentation.

• Participate actively in clinical quality improvement initiatives specific to pediatric anesthesia protocols.

• Collaborate dynamically with pediatric surgeons, adult specialists, perioperative nurses, and the broader multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) or equivalent, with formal fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology.

• Valid, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of New York (or immediate eligibility for licensure).

• Strong, demonstrated clinical skills and technical proficiency in all aspects of pediatric anesthesia, including neonatal care.

• Demonstrated competency in general anesthesia for diverse adult cases, including complex surgical and trauma subspecialties.

• Excellent critical thinking, rapid problem-solving, situational communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Pediatric fellows who are nearing completion of their training are welcome and highly encouraged to apply.

Lifestyle & Location

The Syracuse, New York area offers a dynamic, highly affordable lifestyle with a deep sense of community and regional pride.

• Four-Season Recreation: Located in the heart of Central New York, the region boasts beautiful seasonal shifts, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, championship golf, skiing, and diverse water sports on the nearby Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario.

• Culture & Dining: Syracuse is a vibrant city featuring a growing downtown district filled with diverse fine dining, local craft breweries, cultural attractions, and a thriving live arts and music scene.

• Education Hub: The region is home to reputable universities and colleges (such as Syracuse University), contributing to an educated workforce, excellent public and private primary and secondary school systems, and an intellectually engaging environment.

• Economic Value: Benefit from a highly reasonable cost of living and affordable real estate options, making the region an exceptionally attractive and stable place to live, work, and raise a family.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Base Salary: A highly competitive guaranteed base of $450,000+ per year, precisely scaled to match your clinical experience and tenure.

• Performance Incentives: Gain substantial additional yield through a lucrative, guaranteed $70,000+ incentive plan.

• Comprehensive Institutional Benefits Package Includes

  • Full practice-paid professional Malpractice Insurance coverage.

  • Premium Health Insurance options (including comprehensive medical plans).

  • Secure Retirement Plan Options featuring employer contribution structures.

  • An elite, lifestyle-driven allocation of eight (8) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) to guarantee exceptional work-life balance.

  • Dedicated Continuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for ongoing professional development.

To Apply

Interested Pediatric Anesthesiologists, as well as current Pediatric Fellows nearing graduation, are invited to submit their current professional resume/CV and a brief cover letter. Please clearly highlight your specific pediatric clinical background, your target availability timeline, and your licensing status. We look forward to evaluating your credentials and welcoming you to our premier medical team!