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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for chair anesthesia in the United States is $44.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.46 and $48.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Chair of Anesthesia do?

A Chair of Anesthesia is the head of the anesthesiology department within a hospital or academic institution. They oversee departmental operations, including clinical care, research, education, and administrative functions. The Chair is responsible for setting strategic goals, managing staff, ensuring quality patient care, and often representing the department within the larger organization. They may also be involved in hiring, budgeting, and policy development to advance the field of anesthesiology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chair of Anesthesia, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chair of Anesthesia, you need extensive clinical expertise in anesthesiology, board certification, and significant leadership or management experience within healthcare settings. Familiarity with anesthesia information management systems (AIMS), quality improvement tools, and regulatory compliance processes is essential. Outstanding communication, decision-making, and team-building skills help lead departments and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. These skills ensure patient safety, department efficiency, and the advancement of clinical standards in a complex medical environment.

What is the difference between Chair Anesthesia vs Anesthesiologist?

AspectChair AnesthesiaAnesthesiologist
CredentialsMedical degree, anesthesia residency, board certificationMedical degree, anesthesia residency, board certification
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, surgical centers, hospitalsOperating rooms, hospitals, clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, surgical centers, academic institutionsHospitals, clinics, academic institutions
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both Chair Anesthesia and Anesthesiologists require similar credentials and work in comparable environments within hospitals and surgical centers. The main difference is that Chair Anesthesia often refers to a specialized role or leadership position within anesthesia departments, whereas Anesthesiologists are fully qualified physicians providing anesthesia care. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right role aligned with their qualifications and career goals.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Chair of Anesthesia, and how can they be addressed?

As a Chair of Anesthesia, you may encounter challenges such as balancing administrative responsibilities with clinical and academic duties, managing diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with evolving healthcare regulations. Effective communication, delegation, and time management are key to addressing these challenges. Building strong relationships with hospital leadership and faculty, staying updated on best practices, and fostering a collaborative environment can help drive departmental success and professional satisfaction.
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Professor and Chair, Anesthesiology

Professor and Chair, Anesthesiology

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Professor and Chair, Anesthesiology
Job No: 496931
Department: ANESTHESIOLOGY ADMINISTRATION
Local Title: Professor and Chair, Anesthesiology
Budget Title: Professor and Chairman (Medicine)
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Categories: Management and Professional, Faculty - Clinical, Clinical
Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.
Bargaining Unit:
UUP
Job Summary:
The Department of Anesthesiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Professor & Chair. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Medicine, the successful candidate will:
  • Recruit, direct, and develop a faculty who, as a group, can provide the full range of anesthesia services, which includes:
    • 20 full-time clinical faculty that care for patients at University Hospital at Downstate and the ambulatory surgery unit at Kings County Hospital Center
    • A 4-year accredited Residency Program with 17 Residents at each training level
    • The College of Medicine Anesthesiology Clerkship with approximately 10 students per each two-week rotation
  • Be responsible for administrative operations of the academic Department of Anesthesiology in the College of Medicine.
  • Be responsible for the oversight and success of the academic mission of the department and its faculty throughout the DHSU academic system, including its teaching enterprise in medical student education (UME), resident education (GME), and Continuing Medical Education (CME), as well as the department's research enterprise.
  • Work with leadership of University Hospital at Downstate and its affiliated teaching hospitals (which include Kings County Hospital Center, Maimonides Medical Center, the Brooklyn Veteran's Administration Medical Center, and One Brooklyn Health) and with the Clinical Practice Management Plan (Downstate Health Physicians), the Chair will be responsible for oversight of the academic programs and the associated clinical enterprise.
  • Endeavor to advance faculty development in clinical and academic skills within the department and throughout the entire network.
  • Act in concert with the Chair of the Department of Surgery in providing oversight of the Operating Rooms, and in working to improve the efficiency of Perioperative Services.
  • Lead the faculty (both current and those recruited) at all sites in the development of innovative clinical and basic research initiatives, either independently or in collaboration with other investigators on our faculty, other schools, and community organizations. A reputation for path-breaking research will, in turn, enhance our ability to attract patients, referrals, and residents, creating the foundation for a new phase of departmental growth. It is expected that the faculty the Chair will recruit will significantly expand the range of services available to its patients while providing a superb educational experience for our residents and students.
  • Maintain and enhance Downstate's residency program and our clerkship offering for medical students. Our graduates have long been recognized as being well prepared to make significant contributions in their discipline, but we believe that we can further enhance the quality and reputation of these programs and will rely on the Chair and the faculty to devote considerable attention to this task. Together with Downstate's academic partners, these programs will prepare the next generation of leaders and practitioners in this field for careers in Brooklyn, New York City, and the nation, and carve a place for Downstate as a leading center for state of-the-art anesthesiology services.
  • Have the demonstrated capacity to foster an environment in which excellence in teaching, research and scholarship flourish, as well as experience in developing and leading clinical, educational and research programs. Candidates must have a record of effective administrative and fiscal leadership, national stature in academic Anesthesiology, demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce, excellent interpersonal skills, and positive interactions with faculty, students, and staff.

Required Qualifications:
  • Medical Doctor Degree.
  • New York State Medical Licensure.
  • Board certified in Anesthesiology.
  • Qualified for appointment as Professor on tenure track with a significant history of academic leadership and productivity in scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications:
Work Schedule:
Variable Days; Variable Hours (Full-Time)
Salary Grade/Rank:
Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Executive Order:
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at ada@downstate.edu
Advertised: September 05, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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