Pediatric Anesthesiologist| $100,000 Sign-On | Up To $45,000 relocation | 10 Weeks Vacation

Job Summary:

Norton Children’s, affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, is seeking compassionate and highly skilled Pediatric General Anesthesiologists to join its growing pediatric anesthesia program in Louisville, Kentucky. Physicians have the flexibility to choose between an all-clinical track or a combined clinical and academic track, offering opportunities to pursue research, medical education, advocacy, quality improvement, and community engagement.

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This is an outstanding opportunity to join a collaborative, physician-supported team within one of the region’s leading pediatric healthcare systems while enjoying a strong work-life balance, competitive compensation, and meaningful career growth opportunities.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Provide anesthetic care for pediatric patients across inpatient and outpatient surgical settings
• Deliver comprehensive sedation services for a broad range of pediatric procedures
• Collaborate closely with pediatric surgeons, neonatologists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary specialty teams
• Support care within a Level IV NICU with 101 beds
• Participate in anesthetic care for more than 18,000 pediatric patients annually
• Contribute to patient safety initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and clinical excellence
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Participate in mentorship, team collaboration, and program development initiatives
• For physicians on the academic track, engage in:
  • Clinical or translational research
  • Medical education and teaching
  • Child advocacy initiatives
  • Community engagement programs

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Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of residency and fellowship training in anesthesiology/pediatric anesthesiology
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Anesthesiology
• Kentucky medical license or license eligible
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to high-quality pediatric patient care

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Practice Highlights:

• $100,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $45,000 relocation assistance
• Competitive annual compensation package
• 10 weeks of vacation annually
• $10,000 continuing medical education allowance
• Flexible career pathway options:
  • All-clinical track
  • Combined academic and clinical track
• Leadership and professional growth opportunities available
• Employment within a 501(c)(3) nonprofit healthcare system
• Affiliation with the University of Louisville School of Medicine
• Strong physician mentorship and collaborative culture

About Norton Medical Group

Norton Medical Group in Louisville, Kentucky, a part of Norton Healthcare, continues to expand to meet the health care needs of residents in Greater Louisville, including Southern Indiana and surrounding counties. By far the largest network of employed medical providers in the area, Norton Medical Group operates a highly successful employment model that oversees the business operation of its practices, allowing physicians to focus on quality care for patients.
More than 24 years of physician employment experience
More than 30 years of experience operating immediate care centers
Integrated medical group of more than 1,600 employed medical providers at more than 250 locations across Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, and our surrounding communities
Over 3,000 employees
Ancillary services, including laboratories, X-ray, DEXA, mammography, ultrasound, CT and MRI
Electronic medical records (Epic) system integrated in 100 percent of practices and hospitals
Provider Leadership Academy
Research support services
Physician Leadership Councils
Recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Homes in adult primary care
Physician and provider turnover rate averages 4 percent