<p>A Philadelphia-area hospital is recruiting a locum tenens Anesthesiologist for a long-term, 52-week assignment running from August 2026 through April 2027. The position offers a well-defined, general-surgery-oriented case mix — orthopedics, endoscopy, GYN, vascular, and plastics — with no cardiac, neurological, or pediatric anesthesia required. Scheduling is genuinely flexible: the facility has previously approved fully no-call arrangements, making this an ideal assignment for providers who prioritize a predictable, sustainable weekly rhythm in one of the country's most historically rich and culturally vibrant cities.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive, market-leading locum tenens compensation rate for a long-term 52-week engagement</li> <li>Independent contractor engagement with flexible shift structure tailored to provider preference</li> <li>Call is optional — facility has previously approved fully no-call schedules; weeknight, weekend, and holiday call available for those who want additional earning opportunity</li> <li>Long-term assignment stability: confirmed dates August 10, 2026 – April 30, 2027</li> <li>Consistent, predictable caseload without high-acuity subspecialty demands</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based anesthesiology practice in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania metropolitan area</li> <li>Case mix includes general anesthesia, orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, gynecology, vascular surgery, and plastic surgery</li> <li>No cardiac, neurosurgical (heads), or pediatric anesthesia — scope is deliberately defined for work-life balance</li> <li>Call structure is provider-driven: weeknight pager call, weekend call, and holiday call are available but not mandatory; no-call schedules have been formally approved by the client</li> <li>EMR: Epic</li> <li>52-week assignment length provides the income predictability and scheduling continuity of a permanent role without the long-term commitment</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology (American Board of Anesthesiology)</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology residency</li> <li>Active Pennsylvania medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to assignment start</li> <li>Proficiency in general anesthesia across the defined case types: orthopedics, endoscopy, GYN, vascular, and plastics</li> <li>Epic EMR experience preferred</li> <li>Current vaccination documentation required per facility credentialing standards</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Philadelphia is one of the most livable major cities on the East Coast — a place where a physician can enjoy world-class dining, arts, and professional sports alongside genuinely affordable neighborhoods compared to New York or Boston. The city sits at the center of the Northeast corridor, with easy Amtrak access to New York (90 minutes) and Washington, D.C. (two hours), outstanding public and private school options, and immediate access to the Jersey Shore, the Pocono Mountains, and the Brandywine Valley for weekend recreation. For a locum provider on a year-long assignment, Philadelphia offers the infrastructure and lifestyle of a major metropolitan area without the cost-of-living penalty.</p>