Pain Medicine Anesthesiologist | Richmond, VA

Position Overview

Pain Medicine Anesthesiologist role at Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA. Focus on medical and surgical care for patients with chronic pain as designated by the Anesthesiology Department Chairman and Medical Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services including histories and physicals, ordering and interpreting tests, preliminary diagnoses, treating injuries and illnesses, assisting surgical procedures, counseling patients, and prescribing medication.
• Perform invasive procedures defined by the Virginia Board of Medicine and designated by the Medical Director for Chronic Pain.
• Work collaboratively with the medical team to deliver organized, timely, cost-effective, and quality patient care.
• Supervise support staff and trainees including medical students, residents, and pain fellows.

Qualifications

• Current VA license as a Physician by the Virginia Board of Medicine.
• Current/Active DEA license.
• Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.
• MD degree.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications where needed.
• Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and professionally with faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds.

Facility Details

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is a teaching hospital with academic affiliation to Virginia Commonwealth University. The role includes supervision of trainees in an academic environment.

Schedule & Call Requirements

Full-time position. Specific call details not provided.