Executive Director of Anesthesia Services

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Enterprise & Financial Leadership

·       Full P&L accountability for anesthesia services across 11 community hospitals, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.

·       Serve as the subject matter expert on anesthesia subsidy models, clearly articulating key cost and revenue drivers and explaining variances from budget or forecast.

·       Develop and execute strategies to optimize staffing models, coverage efficiency, and financial sustainability across diverse community hospital environments.

Operational & Clinical Partnership

·       Lead all non-clinical anesthesia operations in partnership with the Chief Anesthesia Medical Director within a formal dyad structure.

·       Ensure consistent, high-quality anesthesia service delivery across multiple markets while adapting to local hospital needs and volumes.

·       Oversee staffing structures, scheduling models, and performance management across sites.

Executive & Stakeholder Engagement

·       Serve as a trusted advisor to hospital CEOs, CFOs, CMOs, and divisional leaders.

·       Present complex operational and financial data in clear, executive-level formats.

·       Represent anesthesia services in enterprise forums and system-level strategic initiatives.

Strategic Growth & Performance

·       Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce unwarranted variation.

·       Support growth initiatives, new service offerings, and market expansion.

·       Establish and monitor performance metrics related to access, quality, staffing, and financial outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

·       7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience managing anesthesia services across multiple sites.

·       Demonstrated enterprise anesthesia operations experience, including staffing models, subsidies, and financial management.

·       Proven ability to engage and present to senior executives including CEOs and CFOs.

·       Strong command of anesthesia economics and workforce dynamics.

·       MBA or equivalent graduate degree.

Preferred, not required

·       Clinical background as a CRNA or other anesthesia professional.

·       Experience with a national anesthesia management company (e.g., Envision, TeamHealth, NorthStar) or a large hospital management organization (e.g., HCA).

·       Experience leading anesthesia services in community hospital settings across multiple markets.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a credible, data-driven anesthesia operations executive who combines financial acumen with operational rigor and strong executive presence. They are comfortable navigating complex, multi-market environments, explaining performance transparently, and partnering effectively in a physician dyad model.

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If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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