Anesthesiology Physician

Experienced anesthesiologists: join a locum tenens anesthesiology job in Joliet, Illinois, with competitive weekly pay, a strong surgical case mix, and a collaborative care team.

Join a locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in Joliet, Illinois, a welcoming suburban community with easy access to the greater Chicago area. This physician job offers the chance to support a busy surgical program while working alongside a collaborative anesthesia team in a setting that values efficiency, patient safety, and high-quality care. With a strong case mix and a professional environment, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced anesthesiologist looking for a rewarding assignment.

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $9,130 - $9,630
• Location: Joliet, Illinois
• Specialty: General Anesthesiology
• Setting: Surgical anesthesia care with a varied case mix
• Start Date: 04/05/2026
• End Date: 04/05/2027
• Duration: 52 weeks
• Schedule: 16-hour day shifts
• Hours Per Week: 32
• Case Types: General, ortho, neuro, and OB
• Charting System: Meditec
• Privileges: Expedited consideration available

• Minimum of 1 year of anesthesiology experience required
• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an approved anesthesiology residency
• Board certification or fellowship required
• Current physician license required
• ECFMG and FLEX required
• Ability to provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care across a variety of cases
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach

• Direct and coordinate activities within the anesthesia department
• Provide medical management for patients undergoing surgery and other procedures
• Perform pre-anesthesia evaluations and assess patient readiness
• Obtain and/or verify informed consent
• Discuss anesthetic options, risks, and plans with patients
• Induce, maintain, and emerge patients safely from anesthesia
• Monitor physiological status throughout procedures
• Perform clinical interventions as needed to ensure patient safety and comfort

Apply now for this Illinois anesthesiology locum tenens opportunity in Joliet and join a team committed to exceptional patient care.

1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.

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.

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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.

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.