What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician, Department Chair of Anesthesiology position at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health?
Overview
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member hospital of Dartmouth Health (DH), is seeking an experienced, collaborative physician leader to serve as Department Chair of Anesthesia. In this position, you will maintain an active clinical practice while leading a team of anesthesiologists and anesthesiologist assistants.
As Department Chair, you will foster a culture of collaboration, support provider development and lead quality and performance improvement. The Chair will partner with the Director of Perioperative Services and Chair of Surgical Services to ensure alignment with institutional goals and strategic priorities while advancing clinical excellence and patient centered care.
- Engaged Anesthesiology team which is highly invested in teamwork and optimal patient outcomes
- Salary Range $550,000 - $560,000; this position includes a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and CME support). A sign-on bonus and relocation stipend may also be available, subject to eligibility
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through 501 (c)(3) nonprofit status
- 12 weeks of vacation, biannual CME allowance of $6,000 and malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center - The Shires of Vermont
SVMC has a proud 100-year history as an innovator in health care delivery. It includes a 99-bed hospital and 23 primary care and specialty practices at ten total locations in the greater Bennington area and nearby New York and Massachusetts. SVMC was awarded its sixth Magnet Center for Nursing Excellence designation in 2025. At this time, SVMC was one of only three hospitals in New England, and 32 worldwide, to earn the accreditation for a sixth time. In 2017, SVMC received the Magnet Prize, an award for extraordinary innovation in nursing that is given to only one hospital in the world each year.
Southern Vermont offers the quintessential New England experience. This beautiful area combines history, industry and business and has been named among the most vibrant communities in the country. Culturally rich with art galleries, performing arts and museums, the area is also known for its award-winning restaurants and world-class skiing and snowboarding among other outdoor activities, truly making Southern Vermont the ideal setting for work/life balance.
Cover letters should be addressed to: Estevan Garcia, MD - Chief Executive Officer, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
Recruiter Contact Information: Richard Anair, MBA Richard.Anair@svhealthcare.org
Responsibilities
Position Summary
- Maintain an active clinical practice and serve as a role model across anesthesia services
- Set strategic goals for the department and lead efforts to improve patient outcomes and streamline perioperative workflows
- Oversee quality improvement initiatives, monitor clinical performance and ensure compliance with institutional standards and regulatory requirements
- Meet regularly with anesthesia staff to support clinical growth and advancement
- Collaborate with administrative leaders locally and at the DH system level to optimize staffing models, operating room schedules and patient flow
- Participate in department budgeting, monitor finances and revenue integrity
- Participate in provider recruitment, retention, onboarding and succession planning
- Build and maintain strong relationships with surgical colleagues and system-wide partners
About the Practice
- 5 operating rooms and 2 endoscopy rooms running daily
- Surgical services include general surgery, vascular, orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, robotic and bariatric services
- No spine, neurosurgical, cardiac or thoracic cases
- 400 deliveries annually
Qualifications
- Advanced clinical degree (MD or DO)
- Post graduate training in residency program
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice and 2 years of leadership experience
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Current or Eligible for Vermont Medical License
- ABMS Board Certification
- Active hospital staff membership