Job Description

NWSH and River City Anesthesia are seeking an Anesthesiologist to join our collaborative team as Director of Anesthesia! 

** Call typically 2-3 days per month! ** Full/Part Time Position Available!

River City Anesthesia & Northwest Specialty Hospital have partnered together to find an Anesthesia Director practicing exclusively at NWSH. The Anesthesia Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the anesthesia department, including oversight of the anesthesia function, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), and other staff. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care across various surgical suites and procedural areas. The director is responsible for program development, compliance, budget management, and fostering a collaborative culture within the department and partnership focused interfacing with facility executives as well as surgeons.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board certification in Anesthesiology (e.g., American Board of Anesthesiology or equivalent).
• Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
• 5-7 years of clinical experience in anesthesia, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or administrative role, preferred.
• Experience managing or collaborating with CRNAs in a team-based model.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and inspire staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in quality improvement methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage budgets, analyze financial reports, and ensure operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training or additional certification in leadership or healthcare administration.
• Experience in academic medicine or research.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and anesthesia information systems.

Work Environment

• Primarily hospital-based with some administrative work conducted in office settings.
• Occasional on-call responsibilities to support clinical operations.

About River City Anesthesia and Northwest Specialty Hospital: 

River City Anesthesia is a group of 13 anesthesia providers practicing exclusively at Northwest Specialty Hospital. Our diverse case mixes include orthopedics, general, gynecology, ENT, and spine. Proudly holding a 5 sitar CMS rating for exceptional patient care!

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with option of plans that have 100% employer-paid premiums for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**