Locum Physician (MD/DO) - General Practice in Altoona, PA

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Altoona
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | General Practice Location: Altoona, PA Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General/OB/Pediatrics | Altoona, PA (16601) Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist opportunity in Altoona, PA — provide general, obstetric, and pediatric anesthesia in a hospital setting on a 13-week assignment (Jul–Sep 2026). Apply now for this Pennsylvania anesthesiologist job. Overview Join a dynamic, collegial anesthesia team as a locum tenens anesthesiologist covering general anesthesia, obstetric anesthesia (OB), and pediatric anesthesia cases. This hospital-based locum assignment is located in Altoona, PA (16601) in central Pennsylvania’s scenic Allegheny Mountains and offers a balanced locum tenens schedule for anesthesiology professionals seeking short-term clinical opportunities. Job Details Position: Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General, OB, Pediatrics (Anesthesia locum tenens) Location: Altoona, PA 16601 — central Pennsylvania; ideal for candidates searching Pennsylvania anesthesiologist jobs or locum tenens anesthesia roles Assignment Length: 13 weeks (July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026) Shifts per Week: 3 shifts per week Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts (6:30am–3:30pm); occasional late shifts until 5:30pm or 7:30pm as needed Call Coverage: In-house overnight and weekend call required (up to six 12-hour overnight in-house call shifts per month) Hours per Week: 36 Estimated Weekly Salary: $11,890–$12,530 Setting: Hospital-based anesthesia coverage with optional cases at a nearby ambulatory surgery center Job Requirements MD or DO degree required Board Certified or Board Eligible Anesthesiologist (within 3 years of residency) Minimum 1 year clinical anesthesiology experience; comfortable with general anesthesia, obstetric anesthesia, and pediatric anesthesia cases Willingness to take in-house overnight and weekend call shifts (up to six 12-hour overnight calls per month) Active Pennsylvania medical license or eligibility; Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) letter highly preferred (licensing assistance considered) NPDB self-query required at time of application Responsibilities Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative and anesthesia care for adult, obstetric, and pediatric patients in a hospital setting Perform pre-operative assessments, intraoperative anesthetic management, and post-anesthesia care with attention to patient safety and outcomes Provide hands-on clinical anesthesia and supervisory oversight within the anesthesia care team Manage advanced airway and life support during perioperative and emergent events Collaborate with surgeons, obstetricians, pediatricians, nursing, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure coordinated patient care Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) consistent with hospital policies Optionally provide anesthesia coverage at a nearby ambulatory surgery center as needed Why Altoona, PA? Altoona (zip code 16601) sits in the Allegheny Mountains and offers small-town charm, affordable living, and easy access to hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and supportive healthcare environment—making it an excellent destination for locum tenens professionals and anesthesiologists seeking work-life balance in central Pennsylvania. Ready to advance your anesthesiology career with a locum tenens assignment? Apply now to join our anesthesia team in Altoona, PA. Submit your CV and NPDB self-query for immediate consideration. For questions about this Pennsylvania anesthesiologist job or licensure assistance, contact our locum tenens team. Benefits 1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits. About GHR About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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