Anesthesiology - Pediatrics Physician

Partner in Clinical Excellence as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Pensacola, FL at Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital, Pensacola

Sound Anesthesia is honored to collaborate with the established, high-performing team at Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola beginning May 2026. We are committed to supporting the strong clinical foundation already in place-fostering collaboration, advancing patient-centered care, and investing in the clinicians who serve this community. If you're seeking a role that values professional growth while building on a culture of excellence in a vibrant community, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Local Team Collaboration:

• We believe in local, site-led leadership
• Strong collaboration between all physicians and CRNAs on the team

About this position:

• If you're passionate about caring for complex, high-acuity patients who need specialized care, Ascension Sacred Heart offers a supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
• Sacred Heart Pensacola is a Level I trauma center offering general, OB/GYN, pediatrics, ortho, cath lab, neuro, and vascular surgeries. There is also an on-campus ASC.
• High acuity pediatric cases will be covered by a dedicated team of Pediatric Fellowship-trained anesthesiologists in a 1:3 supervision ratio with highly trained pediatric CRNAs.
• Cardiothoracic cases will be covered by Cardiothoracic physicians who will assume all CV calls.
• Approx 1:10 call rotation with PCDO guaranteed.
• Additional call stipends offered on 2nd call weekend shifts on top of base.
• Additional compensation + shift rate if you come in post 2nd call shift on top of base.
• Avg 45-hour work week for physicians in the salary offering. You will never be required to work over and beyond the scheduled rotation. Should you wish to pick up additional shifts or call, they will be compensated separately from the base salary offering.
• This is the region's only Level III NICU, providing advanced care for critically ill, premature, and sick infants
• The hospital offers consultations and care to patients from 30 pediatric specialties within the hospital

Qualifications:

• Completion of a US Residency
• Board certification in Anesthesia with the completion of a Pediatric Fellowship
• Active FL license
• Authorized to work in the United States

Living and Working in Pensacola:

• Pensacola blends coastal charm with a vibrant, small-city feel. Residents enjoy walkable historic neighborhoods, a lively downtown with restaurants and arts, and year-round festivals and events. The cost of living is lower than in many coastal cities, and the area offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
• Pensacola is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the U.S., with sugar-white sand and emerald-green water. Outdoor activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and paddleboarding are part of everyday life, and peaceful natural areas like Perdido Key and the Gulf Islands National Seashore are just minutes away.
• The region offers solid public and private school options, including magnet and specialty programs. Families also benefit from nearby higher-education institutions such as the University of West Florida and Pensacola State College.

Rewards and Compensation:

• A robust compensation package and sign-on bonus are available.
• W2 and 1099 options.
• Malpractice is covered fully with tail.

Madison Prokop, Director, Clinical Recruiter