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Locum Physician (MD/DO) - General Practice - $7,963 to $8,848 per week in Newport News, VA
Doctor of Medicine | General Practice Location: Newport News, VA Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: $7,963 to $8,848 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 16 hours Contract Duration: 48 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the PositionLocumJobsOnline is working with GHR Healthcare to find a qualified General Practice MD in Newport News, Virginia, 23602!Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist (General Anesthesia) – Travel Assignment | Newport News, VA 23602Locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in Newport News, VA (23602)—join a high-performing perioperative team delivering general anesthesia in an on-site hospital setting. You'll work in a collaborative MD/CRNA care-team model with Epic EMR charting and a broad, engaging surgical case mix.Newport News, VA 23602 offers a convenient home base for your assignment, with a variety of local dining, shopping, and everyday amenities—an appealing option for clinicians seeking Virginia locum tenens physician jobs.Job Details (Anesthesiology Travel Assignment)Position: Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General AnesthesiaLocation: Newport News, VA 23602Employment Type: Travel (Locum Tenens Physician)Start Date: February 1, 2026End Date: December 31, 2026Hours per Week: 32Shifts per Week: 5Shift Duration: 16-hour daysPrimary Schedule: Day shift; 07:00 AM – 05:30 PMCall: Weeknight/weekend pager call preferred; holiday shift/call preferredOvertime: Not expected, but may be offeredEstimated Weekly Pay Range: $7,963 – $8,848Charting System: Epic EMRCare Model: MD/CRNA team; supervision ratio 1:4; MDs may also do their own casesOR Capacity: 10 anesthesia roomsCase Mix: General, Ortho, OB, Neuro, Urology, GYN, Endoscopy, OphthalmologyOpenings: 16Job Requirements (Physician Qualifications)Experience: No minimum post-training anesthesiology experience requiredM.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical schoolCompletion of an ACGME/AOA-approved anesthesiology residencyBoard Certified Anesthesiologist (board certification or fellowship required)Active physician license (candidates needing to obtain Virginia medical licensure are accepted)ECFMG and FLEX (if applicable)Comfort working in a care-team environment and supervising CRNAs as neededResponsibilities (General Anesthesia / Perioperative Care)Provide safe, evidence-based anesthesia care across the listed case typesPerform pre-anesthesia assessments and develop individualized anesthetic plansObtain and/or verify informed consent; educate patients on anesthetic options and risksManage induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesiaContinuously monitor and document patient physiologic status and respond to changes promptlyPerform clinical interventions (airway, hemodynamic, and pain management) as neededCollaborate with surgeons, nursing, and perioperative services to optimize outcomesAssist with directing and coordinating activities within the anesthesia department, as assignedApply now to be considered for this locum tenens anesthesiologist travel assignment in Newport News, VA 23602.Benefits1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.About GHRAbout United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare CompanyFor more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation's leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve. We're here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.About GHR HealthcareAt GHR Healthcare Locums, we do more than fill jobs—we create opportunities that fit your life. With over 30 years of experience, we connect physicians, advanced practice providers and CRNA's with high-quality locum tenens assignments across the country. From top-tier pay to seamless support with licensing, travel, and credentialing, we make every step easy. Whether you're seeking flexibility, freedom, or a fresh start, we're here to get you where you want to go—on your terms.1686046EXPPLAT