Job Description

Join a Collaborative Anesthesia Team in the Heart of the Adirondacks

The 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:
- 5 full-time anesthesiologists
- 2 CRNAs
- Supported by 2 full-time locum CRNAs and 2–5 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 generally released by 1 PM next 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: 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 annually

Clinical 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
Relocation Assistance: Support available; affordable housing including lakefront and mountain-view properties

Location Perks

Plattsburgh, 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 Network

The University of Vermont Health Network is a six-hospital system delivering academic-level care with a community-first approach. We’re committed to accessible, high-quality healthcare supported by shared expertise and advanced technology.

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