Anesthesiologist at AICA Orthopedics, P.C. – Atlanta, Georgia

Anesthesiologist- Interventional Spine Specialist

Location: Atlanta and Surrounding Areas (Duluth, Jonesboro, Cobb County)

Company: ProCo and AICA Orthopedics

Position Overview

ProCo and AICA Orthopedics, Atlanta's premier integrated healthcare provider with 21 locations, is seeking a highly skilled Interventional Spine Specialist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. This is not a traditional anesthesiology role – we're looking for an anesthesia-trained physician who specializes in interventional pain management and minimally invasive spine procedures.

This is a highly procedure-based position with minimal clinical chronic pain management. You'll work with mid-level providers who handle routine clinical work, allowing you to focus on what you do best: performing procedures. If you're passionate about interventional spine work and want to practice in a setting that maximizes your procedural time, this is the opportunity for you.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Procedure-Focused Practice: Minimal clinical work – our mid-levels handle routine patient visits so you can focus on interventional procedures
• No Chronic Pain Management: We focus on interventional treatments, not chronic pain clinic visits
• Coverage & Growth Opportunity: Fill in when our senior physician takes 6-8 weeks of annual vacation, with potential succession planning as he approaches retirement
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, physiatrists, chiropractors, and physical therapists
• High-Performing Practice: Join a provider who excels at patient engagement and has strong surgical conversion rates
• No On-Call: Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance

Core Responsibilities

Interventional Pain Procedures (Primary Focus)

• Perform high-volume spinal interventions including:
• Epidural steroid injections
• Facet or medial branch blocks
• Radiofrequency ablations (RFA)
• Nerve ablations and neurotomy procedures
• Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty
• Basivertebral nerve ablation
• Sacroiliac joint injections
• Dorsal column stimulator implantation
• PRP and regenerative medicine injections

Minimally Invasive Surgery (Critical Requirement)

• Conduct or perform endoscopic spine surgeries and minimally invasive interventions such as:
• Minimally invasive disc decompression (MIDD)
• Percutaneous disc decompression (PDD)
• Endoscopic radiofrequency ablation
• Disc FX procedures
• Joimax endoscopic techniques
• Provide backup coverage and succession planning for existing MIS surgeon

Patient Care & Clinical Excellence

• Evaluate and diagnose patients with spine-related pain and injuries
• Develop treatment plans focused on interventional approaches
• Demonstrate strong patient engagement and communication skills
• Guide appropriate patients toward procedural interventions when clinically indicated
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care

Multi-Site Coverage

• Rotate between primary locations: Atlanta (Buckhead), Duluth, Jonesboro, and Marietta
• Provide coverage across Atlanta metro area as needed
• Maintain flexibility to support practice needs across ProCo / AICA locations

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

Education & Certification:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board-certified or Board-eligible in Anesthesiology
• Board-certified or Board-eligible in Pain Management/Interventional Pain

Critical Experience:

• Proven proficiency in minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) – this is non-negotiable
• Demonstrated expertise in endoscopic spine procedures (Joimax, Disc FX, PDD, or similar)
• Experience with full spectrum of interventional pain procedures
• Strong surgical mindset – ability to appropriately guide patients toward procedural interventions when indicated

Licensure:

• Active medical license (willing to obtain Georgia license within 60 days)
• DEA certification
• ACLS certification

Preferred

• Fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management or Spine
• 10+ years of post-residency experience in interventional spine
• Experience in personal injury, orthopedic, or multi-specialty practice settings
• Track record of high procedural volumes and strong patient outcomes
• Existing credentialing and hospital privileges (transferable)

What Sets the Ideal Candidate Apart

Clinical Excellence:

• Approaches patient care with a surgical mindset – understands when intervention is appropriate and can effectively communicate treatment plans
• Builds patient trust and confidence through excellent communication
• Shows strong procedural skill and judgment in selecting appropriate interventions

Professional Attributes:

• Procedure-oriented rather than clinic-focused – thrives in high-volume interventional settings
• Team-oriented – works collaboratively within multidisciplinary environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset – understands the business aspects of medical practice
• Patient-focused – balances clinical excellence with compassionate care
• Adaptable – comfortable working across multiple locations and with diverse patient populations

Practice Details

Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• No weekends, no on-call responsibilities
• 2 days per week in procedure room
• Remaining time split between clinical locations (Duluth, Jonesboro, Cobb County)

Patient Population:

• Personal injury cases
• Commercial health insurance
• Workers' compensation
• Focus on acute and subacute spine injuries

Support Structure:

• Mid-level providers (PAs/NPs) handle routine clinical visits
• Dedicated medical staff and administrative support
• Modern facilities and equipment across all locations

Compensation & Benefits

Highly Competitive Package:

• Base salary in the high six figures to low seven figures
• Performance-based incentive structure
• Relocation assistance available for out-of-state candidates
• CME allowance and paid conference time
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Credentialing Support:

• Georgia medical license assistance (60-day timeline)
• Insurance network credentialing support
• Surgery center privileging coordination
• Full administrative support for licensure and credentialing process

About AICA Orthopedics

For 25 years, ProCo and AICA Orthopedics has been Atlanta's premier integrated healthcare provider with 21 locations across metro Atlanta. Our multidisciplinary team includes orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, neurologists, interventional spine specialists, physiatrists, chiropractors and physical therapists – all working collaboratively to deliver comprehensive care.

We specialize in treating patients recovering from auto accidents and personal injuries, providing a full continuum of care from initial evaluation through surgical intervention and rehabilitation.

If you have these credentials and want a procedure-heavy practice with minimal clinic time, excellent compensation, and no call responsibilities, this is your opportunity.

Ready to join Atlanta's leading multidisciplinary spine practice? Apply now!

National candidates welcome – we provide full relocation and credentialing support.

Required Education & Certification:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board-certified or Board-eligible in Anesthesiology
• Board-certified or Board-eligible in Pain Management/Interventional Pain

Critical Experience:

• Proven proficiency in minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) – this is non-negotiable
• Demonstrated expertise in endoscopic spine procedures (Joimax, Disc FX, PDD, or similar)
• Experience with full spectrum of interventional pain procedures
• Strong surgical mindset – ability to appropriately guide patients toward procedural interventions when indicated

Licensure:

• Active medical license (willing to obtain Georgia license within 60 days)
• DEA certification
• ACLS certification

Preferred

• Fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management or Spine
• 10+ years of post-residency experience in interventional spine
• Experience in personal injury, orthopedic, or multi-specialty practice settings
• Track record of high procedural volumes and strong patient outcomes
• Existing credentialing and hospital privileges (transferable)