Anesthesia Careers

Chief Anesthesioloist

Miramar Beach, Florida

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Precision. Partnership. Purpose.

In anesthesia, every moment matters. Our teams—comprised of board-certified anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs)—deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care across a wide range of surgical specialties. We follow evidence-based protocols focused on relieving pain, accelerating recovery, and optimizing outcomes throughout the perioperative experience.

With 600+ clinicians across 35+ programs nationwide, we combine the agility of local practice with the strength of a national platform—ensuring every patient receives care that’s both personal and uncompromising.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced; Medical Director
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-001219

Category:

Anesthesiology

Partner in Clinical Excellence as the Chief Anesthesiologist in Miramar Beach, FL at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast

Sound Anesthesia is excited to partner with Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast in Miramar Beach, FL. We believe in bringing "better" to the local community in Miramar Beach —better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

We believe in local, site-led leadership.
Strong collaboration between all 5 physicians and 19 CRNAs on the team.
Recently earned Level II Maternal Care verification by The Joint Commission in 2025. Voted Best Hospital for Maternity Care by Newsweek.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide perioperative and postoperative care for Sacred Heart Emerald Coast, which covers general, ortho (including spine), and OB/GYN services.
As chief, in conjunction with the Medical Staff of the Facility, establish and maintain standards of patient care as it relates to anesthesia, including initiating medical care evaluation studies after consultation with administration of the Facility and as needed to ensure quality patient care.
Monitor and evaluate the quality, safety, and appropriateness of patient care services provided within the Department and take appropriate action based on such findings.
Represent the department on the Medical Staff of the facility, serve as liaison between the department and other departments of the Facility, and attend and report on activities of the Department at the various committees and general meetings.
Work closely with Sound, hospital administrators, and surgeons.

Scheduling:

1:5 physician rotation with a guaranteed post call day off.
Home call.
10 weeks guaranteed off annually.

Qualifications:

Completion of a US Residency.
Board certification in Anesthesia.
Active FL license.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Living and Working in Miramar Beach:

Nestled between Destin and 30A, Miramar Beach is one of the Emerald Coast’s most desirable communities, offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle, beautiful beaches, and excellent schools — ideal for professionals and families looking for high quality of life.
The community boasts an active lifestyle with year-round access to year-round events, dining, and shopping.
As a not-so-hidden gem, Miramar Beach offers miles of sugar-white beaches with the picturesque emerald-green waters. Outdoor living is part of everyday life, with biking trails, boating on Choctawhatchee Bay, golf, and plenty of family-friendly parks nearby.

Rewards and Compensation:

Robust compensation package with guaranteed base salary of $575,000-$615,000 and opportunity to maximize income.
Annual chief stipend of $30,000 for admin duties.
$100,000 commencement bonus.
W2 and 1099 options available, your choice.
13 weeks of scheduled time off.
Medical malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.

Madison Prokop, Director, Clinical Recruiting | mprokop@soundphysicians.com | (205) 224-2100

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact—because excellence is non-negotiable.
Collaboration:

You’re part of a relationship-based team where anesthesiologists and CRNAs work side-by-side, valuing each other’s expertise and building trust through shared decision-making.
Accountability:

You lead with quiet confidence—owning your role, shaping perioperative strategy, and driving performance across surgical workflows.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and calm leadership to complex cases, balancing clinical precision with genuine care for patients and colleagues.

Career Path

Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership

Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.

Hear from our team

“Putting the right people in place with the right culture and shared values has made this a place where I wake up every day, and I want to go to work.”

David Brouhard, MD
Chief Anesthesiologist
“Sound gives me the support network and resources to make decisions that are right for my hospital and my community.”

Irving Ward, MD
Chief Anesthesiologist
“Leadership development is built into Sound. We encourage our anesthesiologists and CRNAs to grow through programs like Emerging Leaders and our Medical Director Summit.”

Jaspreet Singh, MD
Regional Medical Director