Acute Pain Anesthesiologist Job in Georgia | Academic Medical Center

Acute Pain Anesthesiologist Job in Georgia | Academic Medical Center

Job Description

Position Overview 

The Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained Acute Pain Anesthesiologist in Georgia to join a robust academic anesthesia program. This position offers a high-volume regional anesthesia practice (2,500+ blocks annually) with a balanced mix of acute pain service (APS) and general anesthesia. 

This is an excellent opportunity for physicians passionate about regional anesthesia, perioperative pain management innovation, and academic mentorship in a collaborative environment. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Clinical 

  • Provide advanced regional anesthesia and acute pain management for surgical and trauma patients across Georgia. 
  • Perform a wide range of blocks including interscalene, supraclavicular, femoral/adductor canal, sciatic, TAP, spinal, and epidural anesthesia 
  • Implement multimodal analgesia protocols across orthopedic, trauma, general surgery, and oncology cases. 
  • Participate in APS coverage ~1 week per month (AM: blocks, PM: general OR). 
  • Provide general OR anesthesia coverage when not on APS. 
  • Support program growth with upcoming hospital & ASC expansion (opening 2026 in Georgia). 

Teaching & Mentorship 

  • Supervise residents and medical students in block techniques and perioperative care. 
  • Lead simulation sessions, lectures, and skills development. 
  • Mentor junior faculty and foster regional anesthesia research. 

Program Development 

  • Expand APS in alignment with growing surgical volumes. 
  • Collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to enhance perioperative pain protocols. 
  • Contribute to quality improvement and efficiency initiatives. 

 
Schedule & Call 

  • Day shifts: 7 AM – 5 PM 
  • APS coverage: ~1 week/month 
  • General OR coverage otherwise 
  • Call: ~7 per month (12-hour in-house backup shifts) 
  • Additional shifts compensated 
  • Post-call recovery days provided 

 

Department & Resources 

  • 44–48 anesthesiology faculty 
  • APS Team: 6 physicians (3 fellowship-trained) 
  • 41 CRNAs, 3 CAAs, 48 residents 
  • 100% medical direction model 
  • Technology: $3.5M investment in new GE Datex Ohmeda Aisys CS2, ultrasound, Epic EMR, Qgenda 
  • Academic culture emphasizing quality, collaboration, and innovation 

 

Qualifications 

Required: 

  • ABA Board Certification/Eligibility 
  • Fellowship training in Acute Pain / Regional Anesthesia 

 

Preferred: 

  • Academic teaching experience 
  • QI or research in regional anesthesia/APS 
  • Versatility across multiple block techniques 

 

Compensation & Benefits 

  • Minimum Base Salary: $500,000 + incentive bonus 
  • $40,000 sign-on bonus + $10,000 relocation allowance 
  • 56 paid days off annually: 21 vacation, 12 sick, 10 CME, 13 holidays 
  • CME allowance: $5,000 
  • Faculty development funds for dues, licenses, and subscriptions 
  • Malpractice coverage with state tort reform protections 
  • Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (effective Day 1) 
  • Retirement and pension plan options (403b & 457b) 
  • Tuition Assistance: Waived tuition at 26 Georgia universities (up to 9 credit hrs/semester) 

 

Community & Lifestyle | Georgia 

  • Living in Georgia offers a blend of affordability, cultural vibrancy, and outdoor recreation with easy access to major Southeastern cities. 
  • World-class golf and nationally recognized sporting events 
  • Affordable housing, with tax-free rental income opportunities during peak sporting weeks 
  • Scenic rivers, lakes, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and boating 
  • Family-friendly neighborhoods with excellent schools and cultural attractions 
  • Strong job market in healthcare, education, military, and technology 
  • Within 2 hours of Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston; multiple nearby airports 

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