Anesthesiologists

Anesthesiologists for The University of Iowa Medical Center

THE BASICS: Locums Anesthesiologists for the University of Iowa Medical Center $350/hr. travel lodging vehicle Med Mal covered Any state license.

WHY THE NEED: Facility is understaffed due to a combination of factors including an aging population requiring more care and a shortage of trained Anesthesiologists.

LOCATION: University of Iowa Medical Center 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242

COMPENSATION

• $350/hr.
• Overtime is not anticipated but if you happen to work over 50hrs/week overtime pay is $450/hr.
• We cover Med Mal
• Travel Reimbursement: cost of air travel up to the coach class rate. The airfare should be from the providers home airport to Cedar Rapids International Airport (CID KCID). Only the base fare and taxes are covered. Documentation of the full itinerary is required.
• Lodging: We will provide a list of hotels in the area that offer a University discounted rate. It is preferred that you choose a hotel with a shuttle service. Hotel expenses will be reimbursed up to $100 per night.
• Rental Cars: Reasonable rental charges for standard/midsize vehicles are allowed. Additional charges for upgrades are not allowed. If an upgrade is chosen the quote for the standard rental must still be included in the final pricing. Rental cars will only be reimbursed for commitments longer than six (6) days. If the individual has a rental car we do not pay for any Ubers.
• NOTE: Via the Universitys preferred partners there are discount rates for airfare (Delta) lodging and car rental (National Enterprise). We will assist in the above.

START DATE and DURATION:

• ASAP after credentialing which can take up to 3 months
• This is a five (5) year contract
• (Note: the duration is a contract between us and the facility. Like any other job if life means you must leave you just give us 30-day notice).

SCHEDULE:

• Hours: M-F7:00 AM to 5:00 PM(four 10-hour shifts per week)
• No nights weekends holidays or call.
• Orientation: The Department of Anesthesia will devote an entire day for orientation to any incoming physician so they become familiar with the use of computers anesthesia machines scheduled assignments workdays etc.
• Probationary Period: This position includes a 10-day working probationary period after which the University may extend or end the contract; once extended you can work for an extended period. A 30-day notice is required for early termination.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: MD DO MBBS or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an approved residency training program in Anesthesiology. Must be eligible for licensure in the State of Iowa.
  • On occasion individuals trained outside of the US and who are certified by an equivalent national certification group (e.g. the Royal College of Anesthetist of Canada Australia Ireland or Great Britain) may be considered if they possess unique skills and/or experience and are eligible for an Iowa Medical License.
• Must have aminimum of five (5) years of academic anesthesia experience overall withat least one (1) year of academic practice within the last five (5) years.
• Must have recent experience at aLevel 3 or Level 4 trauma center.
• Must be comfortable performing general anesthesia casesindependently.
• Must have experiencesupervising up to four CRNA roomssimultaneously.
• Must be certified by the ABA or be in the certification process.
• Supervision of Trainees: Should have experience in mentoring and supervising medical trainees including residents and SRNAs.
• Must be adept at working collaboratively with CRNAs in a team environment.
• Experience in placing various lines.

CASE MIX:

• ASA 2 and 3.
• Regional Cardiac thoracic pediatrics critical care bariatrics and general.
• No OB transplant or trauma cases.

IF INTERESTED: please email

• CV(clearly showing the required work experience above)
• DEA
• ACLS
• Medical License

ABOUT THE FACILITY:

The University of Iowa Health Care University of Iowa Heath Care is Iowas comprehensive academic health center. At our medical centers and clinics we provide adult and pediatric primary and specialty care to patients and families from across Iowa throughout the nation and around the world. Our clinical enterprise is comprised of more than 1200 staff physicians and dentists nearly 800 resident and fellow physicians and over 5300 nursing staff members. Through innovation collaboration and expertise we are committed to providing safe high-quality care with excellent service and exceptional outcomes. In addition to serving as a referral center for highly specialized care we conduct research to better understand prevent and treat injuries and illnesses. We also educate students and trainees in medicine and allied health professions. The University campus contains 850 beds and more than 1 million patient visits take place in clinics at the campus and surrounding communities.

UI Health Care is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the states top medical center and one of the nations best hospitals with several of its specialties ranked among the top 50 in the country. Stead Family Childrens Hospital is Iowas only childrens hospital nationally ranked by U.S. News. UI Health Care was also the first in Iowa to be designated a Magnet Hospital (2004) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the first in Iowa to be re-designated four times (and 2023).

QUESTIONS:

• Email Rachel McGee (COO) at
• Or call direct at

ABOUT WANDER STAFFING:

• Founded in 2018 by a retired Army Officer
• Not a commercial staffing agency. We dont lock you in claim or present you anywhere or share your information. There is never a non-compete.
• More info at