📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base location: San Francisco, CA
- Department: Anesthesiology Service
- Practice type: Hospital-Based
- Care setting: VA Medical Center (Inpatient/Perioperative)
- Patient population: Adult Veterans with multiple co-existing diseases
📋 Job Responsibilities
- Perform preoperative assessment, consultation, history and physical examination for anesthesia preparation
- Provide medical management of patients during the perioperative period, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care
- Manage post-anesthetic recovery, procedural pain, and acute/chronic pain services
- Place and manage invasive monitors and lines including arterial lines, central venous catheters, pulmonary artery catheters, epidurals, and spinals
- Deliver anesthesia for complex cases including cardiothoracic procedures, pacemaker implantation, cardioversion, and neurostimulator management
- Supervise and train medical students, student nurse anesthetists, and residents; provide consultation in critical care and pain management
✅ Requirements
Education
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certification
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
License
Full and unrestricted medical license from any US State or territory
Experience
Completion of Anesthesiology residency; fellowship training preferred for subspecialties
DEA
DEA registration required
Additional
ACLS certification required; ability to work with complex veteran patient population
⏱ Schedule & Work Environment
- Schedule: Full-time, determined by supervisor (typically weekday OR coverage with call)
- Call Requirement: Shared call rotation for evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Patient Volume: Moderate to high acuity perioperative cases
- Visit Length: Variable based on surgical procedures
- EMR System: VA Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
- Remote Option: None (onsite clinical position)
💰 Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $350,000 - $400,000 per year (negotiable based on qualifications and experience)
- Performance Incentives: Annual performance bonus and regular salary increases
- Recruitment/Sign-on Bonus: Authorized
- Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized
- Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (26 annual leave, 13 sick leave, 11 Federal holidays + CME)
- Retirement: Federal pension (5-year vesting) + 401K with up to 5% employer contribution
- Insurance: Comprehensive Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage
⭐ Why Join Us
- Meaningful mission serving Veterans in a collaborative academic-affiliated environment
- Competitive compensation with exceptional Federal benefits and loan repayment options
- Opportunities for teaching and subspecialty focus in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Anesthesia
- Work-life balance with generous paid time off and no employment contract restrictions
- Located in vibrant San Francisco with access to world-class amenities and professional growth
📝 Hiring Process
❓ FAQ
Is a California medical license required?
A full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory is accepted; California licensure will be facilitated upon hire.
Is this position fully onsite?
Yes, this is an onsite clinical position at the San Francisco VA Medical Center.
What is the salary range for this Anesthesiologist role?
The expected salary range is $350,000 - $400,000 per year, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
What is the work schedule?
Full-time schedule determined by the supervisor, including operating room coverage and shared call responsibilities.
Is fellowship training required?
Board Certification/Eligibility in Anesthesiology is required. Fellowship training in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Anesthesia is preferred but not mandatory.
How long is the hiring process?
The process typically takes 4-12 weeks depending on credentialing and background verification.
💼 Career Opportunities
San Francisco offers strong demand for board-certified Anesthesiologists, particularly those experienced in caring for complex adult patients at high-volume medical centers like the SFVAMC. With California's ongoing physician shortages in specialty fields and the VA's commitment to expanding veteran services, this role provides excellent long-term stability. Anesthesiologists at the VA benefit from a supportive multidisciplinary environment, opportunities to engage in teaching residents and students, and potential pathways into leadership or subspecialty directorships in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Anesthesia. The combination of competitive pay, robust benefits including loan repayment, and a healthy work-life balance makes this an attractive opportunity for career growth in one of the nation's most dynamic healthcare markets.
🔗 Physician - Anesthesiologist – San Francisco, CA
Join the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Physician - Anesthesiologist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $350,000 to $400,000 per year, plus recruitment incentives and comprehensive Federal benefits. The role involves comprehensive perioperative care for adult veterans with complex medical conditions, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia, invasive line placement, pain management, and critical care consultation. Ideal candidates are Board Certified or Eligible in Anesthesiology with ACLS certification. Preferred experience includes fellowship training in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Anesthesia. Enjoy a meaningful career serving those who served, with generous PTO, retirement benefits, malpractice coverage, and opportunities for academic involvement in the heart of San Francisco. Apply now for this rewarding VA Anesthesiologist opportunity in California.
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