St. Claire HealthCare
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Chief Anesthesiologist
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St. Claire HealthCare
in Morehead, Kentucky.
Posted 12/10/2025 • Req # 5226 • Full Time, Days (Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) with after‑hour managerial duties.
UK St. Claire HealthCare is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Chief Anesthesiologist to lead anesthesia services in a growing regional medical center serving Eastern Kentucky. This role is a pivotal leadership position within a physician‑directed anesthesia model during a period of strategic growth and modernization.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct anesthesia care for surgical, procedural, and obstetric cases
Lead clinical operations, staffing, and scheduling for anesthesia services
Supervise CRNAs and anesthesiologists within a physician‑led model
Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and ASA standards
Lead QI, patient safety, and OR performance initiatives
Guide development of expanding surgical and anesthesia service lines
Participate in medical staff leadership and hospital committees
Qualifications
MD or DO with Board Certification in Anesthesiology (Required)
Minimum of 7 years post‑residency experience (Required)
Kentucky medical license or eligibility
Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership or departmental oversight
Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with medical directorship stipend, full benefits, CME, malpractice with tail, relocation assistance, signing bonus, and generous PTO.
Why Join Us? UK St. Claire offers a unique opportunity to lead during major growth, including expanding surgical volumes, new service lines, and modernization of perioperative services. Current EMR is Talis Clinical, transitioning to Epic in July 2026. Morehead, Kentucky offers a welcoming community, scenic mountain views, excellent schools, affordable living, and exceptional outdoor recreation.
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Chief Anesthesiologist
role at
St. Claire HealthCare
in Morehead, Kentucky.
Posted 12/10/2025 • Req # 5226 • Full Time, Days (Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) with after‑hour managerial duties.
UK St. Claire HealthCare is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Chief Anesthesiologist to lead anesthesia services in a growing regional medical center serving Eastern Kentucky. This role is a pivotal leadership position within a physician‑directed anesthesia model during a period of strategic growth and modernization.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct anesthesia care for surgical, procedural, and obstetric cases
Lead clinical operations, staffing, and scheduling for anesthesia services
Supervise CRNAs and anesthesiologists within a physician‑led model
Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and ASA standards
Lead QI, patient safety, and OR performance initiatives
Guide development of expanding surgical and anesthesia service lines
Participate in medical staff leadership and hospital committees
Qualifications
MD or DO with Board Certification in Anesthesiology (Required)
Minimum of 7 years post‑residency experience (Required)
Kentucky medical license or eligibility
Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership or departmental oversight
Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with medical directorship stipend, full benefits, CME, malpractice with tail, relocation assistance, signing bonus, and generous PTO.
Why Join Us? UK St. Claire offers a unique opportunity to lead during major growth, including expanding surgical volumes, new service lines, and modernization of perioperative services. Current EMR is Talis Clinical, transitioning to Epic in July 2026. Morehead, Kentucky offers a welcoming community, scenic mountain views, excellent schools, affordable living, and exceptional outdoor recreation.
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