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Echo Locum Tenens

Anesthesiologist

Denver, CO

$411K/yr

Echo Locum Tenens, an affiliate of Sound Physicians, is seeking Anesthesiologists for locum coverage at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. This opportunity offers flexible shifts with no ...

THE ECHO LOCUM TENENS

Anesthesiologist

Denver, CO · On-site

$411K/yr

Seeking Anesthesiologists forlocum coverage at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado ... Echo Locum Tenens is a direct affiliate of Sound Physicians, offering priority scheduling ahead of ...

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How much do locum anesthesia jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for locum anesthesia in Colorado is $131.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96.30 and $175.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a locum anesthesia?

A Locum Anesthesia job is a temporary position where an anesthesiologist fills in at a hospital or clinic to cover staff shortages, vacations, or increased patient demand. Locum anesthesiologists perform the same duties as full-time staff, including administering anesthesia, monitoring patients, and ensuring safe surgical procedures. These roles offer flexibility, competitive pay, and opportunities to work in diverse healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in locum anesthesia?

To excel as a Locum Anesthesia provider, you need a comprehensive understanding of anesthesia techniques, perioperative care, and a valid medical degree with appropriate board certification in anesthesiology. Familiarity with anesthesia machines, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and up-to-date certifications such as ACLS and BLS are critical. Strong interpersonal communication, adaptability, and the ability to quickly integrate into diverse clinical teams are invaluable soft skills. These competencies ensure that patient safety, quality care, and seamless collaboration are maintained across multiple, often rapidly changing, healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges faced by locum anesthesia professionals when working in new healthcare facilities?

Locum Anesthesia professionals often encounter the challenge of quickly adapting to unfamiliar protocols, team dynamics, and equipment in new healthcare settings. They must efficiently build trust with surgical and nursing staff and stay up to date with each facility's specific safety procedures and documentation practices. Excellent communication and flexibility are essential for managing the varying case loads and expectations encountered across different hospitals or surgical centers. Embracing these challenges allows locum providers to deliver consistent, high-quality patient care while enjoying the variety and autonomy that this role offers.

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Infographic showing various Locum Anesthesia job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $273,087 per year, or $131.3 per hour.

Locum - Physician - Anesthesiology Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Anesthesiology Services
Outpatient Health Care • 51 - 200 employees
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$394K/yr

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Job description

Locum Anesthesiologist Opportunity

Hospital based OR

Schedule: Mon-Fri. No weekends, no call.

Start Date: ASAP

Will the locum anesthesiologists be required to supervise CRNAs? Yes, 40% of the time. Supervising 3-4 CRNAs at a time. No more than 4 CRNAs at a time.

Number of operating rooms: 22

Types of cases: Ortho, OB, regionals, etc.

The average number of cases per day varies.

Reason for need: expanded areas of coverage needed

EMR: Epic

Level 1 Trauma

Patient demographic: 80% Adult and 20% Trauma

90 day credential timeframe

Submission Requirements

Board Certified - Required (Will accept Truly BE if within 5 years of Residency)

Active CO license or IMLC - Required

BLS, ACLS, PALS - Required

Must have clean background - Required, note at time of name clear

COVID Vaccination - Required (do allow for medical exemptions), note at name clear

Certification Requirements

ACLS

BLS

Board Certified

PALS

State License Requirements

Colorado

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