Anesthesiology, $50K Sign on Bonus - Anesthesiology Careers at UVM Health
Job DescriptionJoin a Collaborative Anesthesia Team in the Heart of the AdirondacksThe University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Anesthesiologist to join our collegial team serving CVPH in Plattsburgh, NY. This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, personalized care in a region known for its natural beauty and welcoming communities.Position Highlights- Primary Site: CVPH a 300-bed hospital with 9 ORs and an Ambulatory Surgery Center.- Care Model: Majority 1:1 model, with charge anesthesiologist occasionally supervising 2:1.- Team Composition: Currently 5 full-time anesthesiologists and 2 CRNAs, supported by 2 full-time locum CRNAs and 25 rotating locum anesthesiologists.- Call Structure:Equitably shared among anesthesiologists.Typically includes one 24-hour first-call and one second-call per week.Weekend call varies; second-call providers must be within a 30-minute radius.Second-call providers are generally released by 1 PM the following day.Home call permitted with a 15-minute response time.Overnight responsibilities include epidurals, OB, and general surgery emergencies (no neurosurgery).Work-Life Balance- Flexible Scheduling: Ability to tailor call volume to match your lifestyle.- Shifts: Standard 8-hour first shifts and 6-hour post-second shifts, plus ~30 additional shifts annually.- AHMC Coverage: Currently limited to vacation coverage only, with plans to reduce further.- Time Off: 7 weeks of PTO annuallyClinical Environment- Case Mix: No open-heart, intracranial neurosurgery, or intensive pediatric cases.- Trauma Level: CVPH is a Level III Trauma Center; higher-acuity cases are transferred.- Technology: EPIC EMR system-wide.- Teaching: Opportunities to work with family medicine and emergency medicine residents.Compensation & Benefits- Competitive Salary & Call Pay: Additional compensation for extended hours and call coverage.- CME Support: $8,000 annual CME fund, with $4,000 eligible to roll over into the following year.- Relocation Assistance: Support available; affordable housing including lakefront and mountain-view properties.Location PerksPlattsburgh, NY- Lakeside living on Lake Champlain.- Easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and outdoor recreation.- Close to Montreal (70 minutes), Burlington, VT, and Lake Placid.- Affordable cost of living and excellent schools.Malone, NY- Nestled in the Adirondack foothills.- Four-season recreation including skiing at Titus Mountain.- Family-friendly community with low crime and scenic housing options.About UVM Health NetworkThe University of Vermont Health Network is a six-hospital system delivering academic-level care with a community-first approach. Were committed to accessible, high-quality healthcare supported by shared expertise and advanced technology.