Physician - Pediatric Anesthesiologist

Job Description

 Wellhart is seeking a skilled Pediatric Anesthesiologist for a 60-day locum tenens position at a hospital in Oklahoma. The assignment begins on 11/24/2025, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, preferably 5 days a week from 7 am to 5 pm. The physician will be responsible for providing anesthesia services for both adult and pediatric cases, including complex surgical procedures. The role involves performing spinal blocks, peripheral blocks, ventilator management, post-op extremity blocks, arterial line placement, and central line placement. The anesthesiologist will work independently on cases and may have opportunities to supervise residents and CRNAs. This position offers a diverse clinical experience in a trauma center with a NICU.

Job Details:

Location: Oklahoma

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 11/24/2025

LOA: 60 days

Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Anesthesiologist

Schedule: 40 hours weekly, preferably 5 x 10-hour shifts (7 am to 5 pm)

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide anesthesia services for adult and pediatric patients

• Perform spinal blocks, peripheral blocks, and post-op extremity blocks

• Manage ventilators for patients under anesthesia

• Place arterial lines and central lines as needed

• Handle complex surgical cases and potential trauma situations

• Work independently on assigned cases

• Supervise residents and CRNAs when required

• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout surgical procedures

• Collaborate effectively with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals

• Adapt to various case types and patient needs

• Utilize the Epic electronic health record system

• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures

• Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards of care

Additional Information:

• Oklahoma state license required

• Experience in both adult and pediatric anesthesiology essential

• Comfort with trauma cases and complex surgeries preferred

• Strong communication and leadership skills necessary

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

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Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.