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Somnia Anesthesia

Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Oxnard, CA

$600K/yr

... OB anesthesia team. * MDs work their own cases with a collaborative approach to CRNAs; CRNAs do their own cases. Responsibilities * Staff cardiac call, open hearts, and structural heart cases.

CompHealth

Anesthesiologist

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$379K/yr

The role involves 100% general anesthesia with medical supervision of CRNAs, covering a robust case mix including orthopedic, neuro, peds ENT, and OB. New graduates are welcome to apply, joining a ...

Pagny

OB Anesthesiologist (30243)

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$421K - $431K/yr

Provide OB Anesthesia to under-served patient population. * Participate in ongoing continuing ... education programs to maintain and upgrade skills. * Flexible schedule available within evening ...

US Anesthesia Partners

Anesthesiologist (OB)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$363K/yr

Morehart@usap.com for more information Job Highlights US Anesthesia Partners (USAP), the premier anesthesiology practice in San Antonio is expanding and looking for OB Anesthesiologists to join our ...

PAGNY

OB Anesthesiologist (30243)

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$421K - $431K/yr

Provide OB Anesthesia to under-served patient population. * Participate in ongoing continuing ... education programs to maintain and upgrade skills. * Flexible schedule available within evening ...

Sound Physicians

OB Anesthesiologist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$560K/yr

This role offers the opportunity to provide specialized obstetric anesthesia care within a ... Work alongside four dedicated OB anesthesiologists. * 13 main ORs, 3 OB suites, 3 GI suites, and 5 ...

Sound Physicians

OB Anesthesiologist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$560K/yr

Board-certified/board-eligible in anesthesia. * High-risk OB experience preferred. * Active medical license or eligible to become licensed in Texas. * Authorized to work in the United States.

Sound Physicians

OB Anesthesiologist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$560K/yr

Board-certified/board-eligible in anesthesia. * High-risk OB experience preferred. * Active medical license or eligible to become licensed in Texas. * Authorized to work in the United States.

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How much do ob anesthesia jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 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?

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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,937 per year, or $54.8 per hour.

Anesthesiology Physician

Howard-Sloan Search, Inc.

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$427K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Locum Anesthesiologist Opportunities MemorialCare System (CA)

Start Date: October 1, 2025 Critical Need!

MemorialCare Health System (Long Beach Memorial, Miller Women s & Children s Hospital, and Saddleback Medical Center) is seeking experienced Board-Certified Anesthesiologists for ongoing locum coverage. These are high-acuity sites with diverse case mixes and subspecialty requirements.

Locations

  • Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Long Beach, CA

  • Miller Women s & Children s Hospital Long Beach, CA

  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Laguna Hills, CA

Practice Details

  • 100% physician-only anesthesia care (no CRNAs/AAs).

  • Large, established teams: 45+ anesthesiologists at Long Beach, 18 at Saddleback.

  • Teaching environment: anesthesia residency & physician house staff programs.

  • Annual Case Volumes:

    • Long Beach: 28,000 surgical cases / 4,000 OB cases / 2,000 cardiac cases

    • Saddleback: 8,600 surgical cases / 2,000 OB cases / 1,000 cardiac cases

Case Mix

  • Cardiac Anesthesia always, specialty team only

  • OB Anesthesia usually (OB Fellowship or high-acuity OB experience required)

  • Pediatric Anesthesia specialty team only at LB/Miller s; rarely at Saddleback

  • Neuro, Trauma, Ortho, and Regional Anesthesia frequent

  • No chronic pain management or office-based anesthesia

Schedule / Call

  • Call frequency: 1:9 to 1:10 (first and second call)

  • Post-call day off: always granted

  • Mix of general, OB, cardiac, and specialty coverage based on fellowship/expertise

Requirements

  • Board Certified Anesthesiologist (ABA)

  • Active California License (required)

  • Fellowship or equivalent subspecialty experience in:

    • Cardiac (CV) Anesthesia Echo certification or CV fellowship required

    • OB Anesthesia Fellowship or significant high-acuity OB experience required

    • Pediatric Anesthesia Fellowship required; must be CA Children s Services (CCS) paneled for Peds cases

  • Current ACLS & PALS

Key Notes

  • Exclusive contract with MemorialCare system.

  • No CRNAs all physician-directed model.

  • Coverage across three hospitals; Saddleback operates as a standalone team, while Long Beach Memorial and Miller s share staffing.

  • High-priority, critical coverage need credentialing will be expedited.

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About Howard-Sloan Search

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At Howard-Sloan Search,We help our Clients identify and recruit top candidates who are equipped to lead their teams through the challenges of today’s rapidly shifting business environment. Our foundation is a strong team of experienced search consultants well known for extraordinary relationships with clients and candidates, Deep industry knowledge, and a Sophisticated proprietary database. Howard-Sloan Search is the exclusive USA firm of IMSA Search Global Partners, ranked in the Global 40 of the Largest Executive Search Firms worldwide.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1957

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