House Officer

Who We Are:

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is the only hospital providing emergency and ambulatory care to the densely populated, culturally and economically diverse, and medically underserved populations of the Rockaways and Five Towns in southern Queens County and southwestern Nassau County, New York. Celebrating over 110 years of community care, the 257-bed facility provides people of all faiths with comprehensive preventive, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services, regardless of ability to pay.

Come Grow With Us!

Type: Full-Time (80 hours biweekly)

Shift: Days

Hours: Varied

Pay: $86,000

The House Officer Role within the Anesthesia Department plays a critical part in supporting perioperative care, ensuring patient safety, and contributing to smooth and effective functioning of surgical services. This position is designed for early-career doctors seeking to gain practical experience in anesthesia and perioperative medicine under close supervision, with strong emphasis on clinical skill development, patient-centered care, and inter-professional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Preoperative Assessment
  • Conduct throughout preoperative evaluations, including review of medical history, physical examination, and relevant investigations.
  • Identify and communicate potential anesthesia-related risks to the supervising consultant
  • Assist in developing individualized anesthesia plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Intraoperative Care
  • Participate in the delivery of anesthesia under supervision, ensuring the safety, comfort, and stability of patients during surgical procedures.
  • Monitor vital signs, manage airway support, and assist in intraoperative interventions as directed.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthetists, nurses, and other perioperative staff to maintain a safe surgical environment.
• Postoperative Review
  • Conduct post-anesthesia rounds to monitor recovery and manage any complications or concerns.
  • Document postoperative findings and communicate issues requiring escalation to the supervising team.
• Clinical Skill Development
  • Gain hands-on experience in key anesthesia-related procedures, including:
    • Airway management
    • Vascular access (IV/arterial lines)
    • Regional anesthesia techniques (e.g. neuraxial and peripheral nerve blocks)
• Shift and Roster Responsibilities
  • Participate in rostered duties that include day, night and weekend shifts as required by the department.
  • A minimum of two hours per week is protected for participation in formal medical education and learning opportunities.
• Education and Training
  • Actively engage in department-led teaching sessions, journal clubs, simulations and other learning activities.
  • Work under the direct supervision of senior medical staff with opportunities for feedback, mentorship, and professional growth.
  • Eligibility and Qualifications
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
• Eligible for or currently holding a limited permit or full medical license to practice in NY State.
• Successful completion of USMLE Steps 1 and 2 or COMPLEX Levels 1 and 2, as applicable.
• Valid BLS and ACLS via AHA.

Salary : $86,000