A well-established anesthesia program in Illinois is recruiting a full-time Medical Director of Anesthesiology to lead a collaborative anesthesia care team model. This is a hybrid clinical-administrative role with a strong perioperative infrastructure, dedicated administrative support, and access to cardiac anesthesia work — a compelling combination for an experienced anesthesiologist ready to step into or expand a leadership footprint in the Midwest.
Perks and Benefits
- $600,000 base salary
- Leadership stipend opportunities available above base
- Cardiac stipend eligibility for qualified candidates
- 10 weeks paid time off annually
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME allowance and access to leadership development resources
Practice Highlights
- Medical Director role with direct oversight of anesthesia operations across the program
- Collaborative anesthesia care team model pairing anesthesiologists with CRNAs
- Balanced split of clinical anesthesia practice and administrative/leadership responsibilities
- Strong perioperative infrastructure with dedicated administrative support staff
- Cardiac anesthesia component within the service mix, with associated stipend eligibility
- Team-oriented, patient-focused departmental culture
Qualifications
- Board certification in Anesthesiology required (American Board of Anesthesiology)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology residency
- Active Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Prior leadership, administrative, or medical directorship experience preferred given the scope of the role
- Comfort with cardiac anesthesia cases consistent with stipend eligibility
About the Community
This position is situated in Illinois, a state that offers a wide range of living environments — from vibrant urban centers to quieter suburban and rural communities — all with access to regional metropolitan amenities. Illinois consistently ranks well for affordability relative to coastal markets, with strong public and private school options, diverse cultural offerings, and four-season recreation. Candidates relocating from higher cost-of-living markets will find the combination of a $600,000 base and Midwest cost of living particularly compelling.