Medical Director – Obstetric Anesthesiology | Georgia Academic Center

Medical Director – Obstetric Anesthesiology | Georgia Academic Center

Job Description

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 

  • Routine shifts: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • Call ~7 shifts/month, including 12-hour weekday and weekend blocks 
  • Post-call recovery: 2 days off after weekday call; 3 days after weekend call 
  • 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 

  • Minimum Base Salary: $520,000 + incentive bonus 
  • $40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance 
  • 56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays 
  • CME allowance: $5,000 
  • 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 

Required: 

  • ABA board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology 
  • Fellowship training in Obstetric Anesthesia 
  • Minimum academic rank: Associate Professor 
  • Active or eligible Georgia medical license 
  • ACLS certification; ability to obtain ATLS, FCCS, and TTE 

 

Preferred: 

  • 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. 

Apply For This Job