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Palm Careers

Locum OB CRNA

Long Branch, NJ

OB anesthesia care supported by attending anesthesiologists and fellow CRNAs * Trauma Level: Level IV trauma center * EMR: EPIC Clinical Duties * Labor Epidurals * Spinal Anesthesia * C-sections

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

Anesthesiologist

Boise, ID · On-site

$380K/yr

General anesthesia, OB FACILITY INFORMATION * No. of ORs: 4 * Trauma Level: Level II (Boise), Level 4 (Nampa) * Medical Direction Model: 4/1 Supervision * Support Staff Available: RNs: 0, MAs: 0, PA ...

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How much do ob anesthesia jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ob anesthesia in the United States is $54.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $41.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary challenges faced by an OB Anesthesia provider, and how can they be managed effectively?

OB Anesthesia providers often face the unique challenge of balancing the urgent needs of laboring patients with the unpredictability of obstetric emergencies, such as unplanned cesarean sections or hemorrhages. Managing pain relief while ensuring the safety of both mother and baby requires swift decision-making and excellent communication with obstetricians, nurses, and neonatologists. To navigate these challenges, successful providers stay up-to-date with the latest protocols, participate in regular multidisciplinary drills, and build strong, collaborative relationships within the perinatal team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OB Anesthesiologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an OB Anesthesiologist, you need a medical degree, completion of an anesthesiology residency, and specialized training or experience in obstetric anesthesia. Familiarity with anesthesia delivery systems, electronic health records, and advanced airway management tools is essential, as is board certification in anesthesiology. Exceptional communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for optimizing maternal and fetal outcomes. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, effective anesthesia care in high-stakes, rapidly changing obstetric environments.

What is the difference between Ob Anesthesia vs Anesthesiologist?

AspectOb AnesthesiaAnesthesiologist
CredentialsMD or DO, specialized training in obstetric anesthesiaMD or DO, complete anesthesia residency
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, obstetric unitsHospitals, surgical centers, clinics across various specialties
Employer & IndustryHospitals, obstetric and surgical facilitiesHospitals, clinics, private practices across multiple specialties

Ob Anesthesia specialists focus on providing anesthesia care during obstetric procedures, particularly childbirth, while Anesthesiologists have a broader scope, covering all surgical and diagnostic procedures requiring anesthesia. Both roles require similar credentials, but their work environments and patient focus differ, with Ob Anesthesia dedicated to obstetric care and Anesthesiologists serving a wider range of medical fields.

What is OB anesthesia?

OB anesthesia, or obstetric anesthesia, is a specialized branch of anesthesiology focused on providing pain relief and anesthesia care for women during labor, delivery, and postpartum procedures. OB anesthesiologists commonly administer epidurals, spinal blocks, or general anesthesia for childbirth, including both vaginal deliveries and Cesarean sections. Their primary goal is to ensure the safety and comfort of both the mother and baby during the birthing process. They also manage anesthesia-related complications and provide critical care if necessary.
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Infographic showing various Ob Anesthesia job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,937 per year, or $54.8 per hour.
Anesthesiologist (OB)

Anesthesiologist (OB)

US Anesthesia Partners, Inc.

Seattle, WA • On-site

$455K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 hours ago

Job description

USAP-WA is seeking an accomplished, collaborative physician leader to serve as Chief of Obstetric Anesthesiology at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington.


USAP Washington is the largest majority physician owned private practice anesthesia group in the Northwest. We provide high quality anesthesia services to the renowned Swedish Medical Center, as well as prominent outpatient surgery centers in the greater Seattle area. 

Our practice is highly varied, with regional, thoracic, neuro, vascular, general, peds and OB featured prominently. We have a physician leader for each of our major service lines and we are seeking a leader for our busy obstetric anesthesia service. 

This is a premier opportunity to lead anesthesia services within the largest labor and delivery unit in the Pacific Northwest and among the largest on the West Coast, with approximately 8,000 deliveries annually.

Swedish is a quaternary referral center offering the full spectrum of maternal care, supported by:

    •    A robust Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) department on site

    •    A high-volume Placenta Accreta Spectrum service

    •    An established OB/Gyn residency program

    •    Rotating anesthesia residents from the University of Washington and Virginia Mason Medical Center

The Chief of Obstetric Anesthesiology provides strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership for obstetric anesthesia services across a high-acuity, high-throughput practice. This role partners closely with obstetric and hospital leadership to advance safety, quality, and operational excellence while supporting education and team development. The OB anesthesia chief promotes best practices for high-risk obstetrics, including complex placental pathologies. The Chief of OB anesthesia supports an educational culture of clinical excellence, safety, and mentorship within the L&D environment.

Quality, Safety, and Governance

    •    Participate in and help lead institutional quality initiatives, including:

    •    OBQI Committee

    •    Perinatal Quality Committee

    •    Surgical Quality Council

    •    Contribute to development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards

    •    Engage in QVR and RCA processes to drive continuous improvement

    •    Maintain a close partnership with the OB Director of Quality & Safety

    •    Provide operational and administrative oversight for obstetric anesthesia

    •    Collaborate with OB leadership and hospital administrators on service line goals, staffing, and performance

Why USAP-WA

This is a rare opportunity to lead within one of the region’s most dynamic obstetric environments—combining high-volume clinical excellence with meaningful influence on quality, safety, and system-level improvement while maintaining experience with the full breadth of anesthesia practice. 


    •    MD/DO (or equivalent) with board certification/board eligibility in Anesthesiology

    •    Completion of an Obstetric Anesthesiology fellowship

    •    Demonstrated leadership ability in clinical operations, quality, or program development

    •    Strong communication skills and a collaborative, multidisciplinary leadership style

    •    Commitment to education and working with trainees in a teaching environment


US Anesthesia Partners (USAP) is a network of physician-owned-and-led local anesthesia practices backed by nationwide support. Our physicians remain at the helm of their practices supported by structured leadership development, proprietary OR staffing and utilization tools, and localized business experts. The focus stays on providing top-quality anesthesia care with advantages like superior operational infrastructure, advanced quality data, and a streamlined patient experience. Build your career with the team that is leading the nation in quality anesthesia care.

US Anesthesia Partners, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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