Anesthesiologist Jobs in Kentucky

Anesthesiologists are crucial members of the medical field, responsible for administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgeries or other medical procedures, and monitoring their vital signs to ensure their safety. Their duties include designing and implementing anesthesia plans, managing and treating changes in a patient's critical life functions - heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure, and breathing - as they are affected by the surgery being performed. They also work closely with other doctors to coordinate patient care during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative stages.

To be a successful Anesthesiologist, one needs to have a combination of advanced medical knowledge, technical expertise, and interpersonal skills. They should have a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, and complete an accredited Anesthesiology residency program. They also need to obtain board certification from the American Board of Anesthesiology or the American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology. Prior to becoming an Anesthesiologist, an individual may have roles such as a Medical Intern, Resident Physician, or Anesthesiology Fellow where they gain hands-on experience in patient care and medical procedures.

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The hospital seeks locum tenens anesthesiology coverage to support its high-volume surgical operations....

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About the Clinician's Workday The anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia services during Monday through Friday day shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with 1:5 beeper call coverage that remains...

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Anesthesiology Physician

  • FCS, INC.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 hours ago

Anesthesiologist needed near Louisville, KY. Hospital employed position with a team of 2 Full time MDs and 30+ CRNA. NO OVERNIGHT in-house call. Visa Sponsorship Available. Must be BE/BC....

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Anesthesiology Physician

  • NorthStar Anesthesia
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 hours ago

EXPERIENCED ANESTHESIOLOGIST PHYSICIANS, RESIDENTS AND NEW GRADS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY....

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A Facility in Kentucky Is Looking for a Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist

  • CompHealth
  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it is all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities...

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Full-Time Anesthesiologist Opening in Owensboro, Kentucky

  • CompHealth
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 3 days ago

Hospital-employed position with excellent scheduling flexibility Join established team of anesthesiologists and CRNAs Supervision model with support staff to optimize workflow General anesthesia cases...

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Anesthesiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Kentucky

  • LocumTenens.com
  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 6 days ago

About the Clinician's Workday The anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia services during Monday through Friday day shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with 1:5 beeper call coverage that remains...

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A Kentucky Facility Seeks a Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist

  • Weatherby Healthcare
  • Ashland, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 10 days ago

Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm High volume orthopedic cases with required blocks General, OB/GYN, orthopedics, ENT, healthy pediatrics cases Neurosurgery, gynecology, urology, general, ENT, plastics procedures...

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Pediatric Anesthesiologists needed near Louisville, KY to start ASAP

  • work on-going.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Pediatric Anesthesiologists needed near Louisville, KY to start ASAP at work on-going. Shifts available: 8 or 10hr Day Shift (7a-3p or 7a-5p)....

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An Anesthesiologist Is Needed for Locums Help in Kentucky

  • Weatherby Healthcare
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Get in touch with a Weatherby consultant today to learn more about this and other opportunities available now. Shift times: 7 am - 3 pm General surgery, urology, ENT, OBGYN, orthopedics,...

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A Kentucky Facility Seeks a Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist

  • CompHealth
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

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Physician - Anesthesiologist

  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY
  • 29 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 29 days ago

The enterprise financially supports the academic and the clinical mission of the Department of Anesthesiology....

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Pediatric General Anesthesiologist

  • Norton Healthcare
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborate with surgeons, neonatologists, pediatric critical care specialists and other specialists providing anesthetic care to more than 18,000 patients annually Support inpatient and outpatient...

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Pediatric Anesthesiology Physician Locum Tenens Job in Kentucky

  • Hayes Locums
  • Job, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Job, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Physician Anesthesiology Kentucky Inpatient/outpatient...

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Pediatric Anesthesiologist

  • Society for Pediatric Anesthesia
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Pediatric Anesthesiologist Date Posted: 2026-04-22 Job Location: Lexington, Kentucky Job Requirements: MD/DO or equivalent Completion of residency in Anesthesiology Fellowship training in...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


Local
National
4,513,190
91,158

Salary for Anesthesiologist Jobs in Kentucky

This is the average annual salary for Anesthesiologist jobs in Kentucky as reported by the BLS.

$280,130


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Anesthesiologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Anesthesiologists in Kentucky offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
52.6%
Master's Degree
20.0%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.8%
Some High School
1.1%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Anesthesiologists in Kentucky
2-4 years
30.4%
8-10 years
14.8%
4-6 years
14.1%
6-8 years
13.9%
1-2 years
13.3%
None
9.7%
Less than 1 year
3.7%