Pediatric Anesthesiologist Jobs
Pediatric anesthesiologist jobs are open across children's hospitals, academic medical centers, and ambulatory surgical centers, from early-career attending to fellowship-trained senior staff, with specializations in pediatric cardiac, neonatal, and regional anesthesia. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Department Pediatric Anesthesia - 413613
Posting Open Date 10/29/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Pediatric Anesthesiologist & Pediatric Anesthesia Division Chief
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0005335
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date 04/01/2025
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
Be a Tar Heel! The University of North Carolina is seeking a talented and dedicated board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist (open rank) to join our team! Leadership opportunities available for interested candidates!
UNC Children’s Hospital is routinely ranked amongst the nation’s best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report with tremendous projected growth including recently passed state legislation to support the creation of a free-standing Children’s Hospital.
The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a pediatric anesthesiologist to join our team at UNC’s flagship Children’s Hospital. Our pediatric anesthesiology practice includes all sub-specialties and spans the spectrum from healthy outpatients to complex neonatal surgery. UNC Children’s Hospital is a major regional referral center with pediatric ICU, neonatal ICU, pediatric ECMO, cardiac, burn, trauma, pain, sedation, solid organ and bone marrow transplantation programs.
The Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology provides over 12,000 anesthetics per year to the children of North Carolina and surrounding states. The department has an active ACGME accredited pediatric anesthesiology fellowship and serves as the pediatric anesthesiology training site for the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Our department has a robust Global Health program, a state-of-the-art simulation lab and a strong relationship with the UNC School of Medicine. Protected academic time is offered to pursue clinical, quality, educational and research interests with supporting infrastructure. For applicants looking to launch their academic career, we offer a faculty development program with formal mentorship and a robust professional development curriculum. The department is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusiveness, and equal opportunity. Additionally, the University offers a generous package of benefits.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a medical degree (MD, DO or equivalent). Must have completed an ACGME accredited Anesthesiology Residency program as well as Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship program (by the anticipated start date) and be ABA certified or eligible. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preference for individuals who have experience working in an academic setting, teaching graduate level learners (interns, residents, fellows), working in a team which includes CRNAs, CAAs and collaborating with other services.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Department Pediatric Anesthesia - 413613
Posting Open Date 10/29/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Pediatric Anesthesiologist & Pediatric Anesthesia Division Chief
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0005335
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date 04/01/2025
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
Be a Tar Heel! The University of North Carolina is seeking a talented and dedicated board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist (open rank) to join our team! Leadership opportunities available for interested candidates!
UNC Children’s Hospital is routinely ranked amongst the nation’s best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report with tremendous projected growth including recently passed state legislation to support the creation of a free-standing Children’s Hospital.
The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a pediatric anesthesiologist to join our team at UNC’s flagship Children’s Hospital. Our pediatric anesthesiology practice includes all sub-specialties and spans the spectrum from healthy outpatients to complex neonatal surgery. UNC Children’s Hospital is a major regional referral center with pediatric ICU, neonatal ICU, pediatric ECMO, cardiac, burn, trauma, pain, sedation, solid organ and bone marrow transplantation programs.
The Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology provides over 12,000 anesthetics per year to the children of North Carolina and surrounding states. The department has an active ACGME accredited pediatric anesthesiology fellowship and serves as the pediatric anesthesiology training site for the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Our department has a robust Global Health program, a state-of-the-art simulation lab and a strong relationship with the UNC School of Medicine. Protected academic time is offered to pursue clinical, quality, educational and research interests with supporting infrastructure. For applicants looking to launch their academic career, we offer a faculty development program with formal mentorship and a robust professional development curriculum. The department is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusiveness, and equal opportunity. Additionally, the University offers a generous package of benefits.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a medical degree (MD, DO or equivalent). Must have completed an ACGME accredited Anesthesiology Residency program as well as Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship program (by the anticipated start date) and be ABA certified or eligible. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preference for individuals who have experience working in an academic setting, teaching graduate level learners (interns, residents, fellows), working in a team which includes CRNAs, CAAs and collaborating with other services.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Who's Hiring
- Society for Pediatric Anesthesia24S
- SSM Health6
- Medical College of Wisconsin6
- Norton Healthcare5
- Northwestern University5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services21
- Education11
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Medical Devices1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric anesthesiologist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program
- Fellowship training in pediatric anesthesiology from an ACGME-accredited program
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Anesthesiology
- Current state medical license and DEA registration in the state of practice
- Proficiency in pediatric airway management, regional anesthesia, and neonatal anesthetic care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification and familiarity with pediatric perioperative protocols
Tips for Your Pediatric Anesthesiologist Job Search
Tailor your CV to fellowship training
Highlight your pediatric anesthesia fellowship, specific patient populations you managed, and any subspecialty rotations like pediatric cardiac or neonatal anesthesia. Generic anesthesiology CVs get passed over when hiring committees are scanning for pediatric-specific depth.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pediatric anesthesiologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Distinguish academic from private-practice openings
Academic children's hospitals expect research output, teaching responsibilities, and committee service on your application. Private or community surgical centers prioritize case volume and scheduling flexibility. Knowing which track you're targeting shapes every part of how you present yourself.
Quantify your pediatric case experience
Hiring committees want to know the age ranges and acuity levels you've managed. Specifying that you've worked with neonates under 10 kg or run complex congenital heart cases carries far more weight than listing years of experience alone.
Prepare for a clinical interview simulation
Many pediatric anesthesiology programs include a live or simulated clinical scenario during interviews. Practice walking through airway management decisions, regional block approaches, or emergent situations out loud, because how you reason matters as much as what you know.
Negotiate call burden and subspecialty protected time
Salary is rarely the only lever in pediatric anesthesiologist offers. Call schedule frequency, nonclinical protected time for research or education, and coverage for professional development are negotiable and affect long-term satisfaction more than base pay differences.
Pediatric Anesthesiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pediatric anesthesiologists?
Society for Pediatric Anesthesia, SSM Health, and Medical College of Wisconsin are hiring the most pediatric anesthesiologists right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Children's hospital systems and academic medical centers tend to post the highest volume of openings in this specialty.
How many pediatric anesthesiologist jobs are remote?
About 4% of pediatric anesthesiologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include telemedicine preoperative consultations, administrative leadership roles, and pediatric pain management follow-up services.
How do you become a pediatric anesthesiologist?
You complete a four-year medical degree, followed by a one-year clinical internship or transitional year, then a three-year anesthesiology residency accredited by the ACGME. After residency, you complete a one-year ACGME-accredited pediatric anesthesia fellowship. Board certification through the American Board of Anesthesiology and a valid state medical license are required before independent practice.
Can you get hired as a pediatric anesthesiologist without fellowship training?
Most children's hospitals and academic centers require a completed ACGME-accredited pediatric anesthesia fellowship, so positions without that requirement are uncommon. Some community hospitals or smaller surgical centers may consider candidates with significant pediatric case volume from residency and a clear plan to pursue fellowship, but those roles are the exception rather than the standard pathway into the specialty.
What does the pediatric anesthesiologist interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen with the department chief or a senior faculty member, followed by an on-site visit that includes tours of operating rooms, meetings with the full faculty, and a formal presentation or clinical case discussion. Many programs include a structured scenario-based question session evaluating clinical reasoning, and candidates often meet with hospital leadership before receiving an offer.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric anesthesiologist jobs?
You can find and apply to pediatric anesthesiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your subspecialty training, geographic preference, and practice setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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