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DO - MD - Anesthesiology - Cottonwood, Arizona

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Organization

Verde Valley Medical Center

Location

Cottonwood, Arizona

Specialty

Anesthesiology

Shift

8hr Days

Employment type

Contract

Posted date

Aug 25, 2026

Start date

Sep 14, 2026

Start timing

Starts within 6 weeks

Duration

13 weeks

Openings

1

Job details

Full assignment description

Job Opportunity - Anesthesiologist - Arizona

Start Date: September 14, 2026

Location: Arizona

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Housing/Travel: Lodging recommendations available; to qualified applicants

Schedule: Daytime OR and endoscopy coverage with scheduled night call and 24-hour call shifts. Contract runs September through December 31, 2026. 4-8 patients per day across all age groups.

Highlights:

  • 87-bed community hospital with comprehensive surgical and obstetric services
  • Approximately 3,000 OR cases and 3,000 endoscopy cases annually, plus 500 OB deliveries per year
  • Diverse case mix including geriatric fractures, urology, general surgery, advanced breast cancer surgery, total joint procedures, and all endoscopy procedures under propofol infusion
  • CRNA support available for all shifts; collaborative team environment with dedicated nursing staff
  • Cerner EMR system with 4-hour remote orientation prior to start
  • Credentialing timeframe approximately 2 weeks

Requirements:

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
  • Active Arizona state license or IMLC Letter of Qualification required for presentation
  • Current DEA registration
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Current OB anesthesia experience required
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in anesthesiology
  • COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
  • Recent case logs and vaccination records required for credentialing

Why It's a Fit:

This opportunity offers a dynamic practice environment where you'll utilize your full skill set across operating room, endoscopy, and obstetric anesthesia. With consistent CRNA support and a manageable patient volume in a well-established department, you'll provide critical care to a diverse patient population while enjoying the professional satisfaction of a comprehensive anesthesia practice. The collaborative team culture and structured support make this an ideal setting for physicians seeking meaningful locum tenens work in a community hospital environment.

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