UK King's Daughters Regional Hospital is recruiting a third cardiac anesthesiologist to support continued growth in its cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery programs. The cardiac and vascular surgical volume has increased to the point where a two-physician team can no longer adequately cover the case load, and a third cardiac surgeon is joining the program this summer. This is a growth position driven directly by expanding clinical demand, not a replacement.
The cardiac anesthesia team works within a physician-led supervisory model. Five experienced CRNAs are assigned exclusively to the cardiac ORs, providing a structured and efficient workflow that limits administrative burden on attending physicians and allows a strong work-life balance.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Full-Time, Hospital Employed |
| Setting | Cardiac ORs, Vascular Suite, Cath Lab |
| Location | Ashland, Kentucky |
| Health System | UK King's Daughters Regional Hospital |
| Model | Supervisory (5 dedicated cardiac CRNAs) |
| Schedule | 4-day workweek |
| Call | Fridays only (rotating among 3 anesthesiologists) |
| Time Off | 9 weeks total (8 vacation + 1 CME) |
| EMR | Epic (transitioning to UK version) |
| Visa Support | J-1 accepted; $20,000 provided for immigration expenses |
| Provider | Role |
|---|---|
| 3 Cardiac Surgeons | (3rd joining summer 2026) |
| 3 Vascular Surgeons | Full vascular surgical program |
| 3 Electrophysiologists | EP procedures in cath lab |
| 3 Interventional Radiologists | IR suite coverage |
| 20 Cardiologists | Cath lab and inpatient support |
The cardiovascular surgery program at UK King's Daughters has grown faster than its anesthesia coverage can support. The addition of a third cardiac surgeon this summer necessitates the addition of a third cardiac anesthesiologist to maintain team ratios, protect the schedule of existing physicians, and accommodate increasing case volume in both cardiac and vascular surgery.