Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

Cardiac Anesthesiologist Opportunity – Bakersfield, CA
Established, Collegial Group within a High Acuity Practice

Coachella Valley Anesthesia, in partnership with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, is seeking a fellowship-trained, TEE-certified Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join a busy, high-acuity program within a growing regional hospital. This unique position offers a balanced practice with dedicated cardiac anesthesia responsibilities complemented by general anesthesia coverage.

Highlights

• 26 weeks of dedicated cardiac anesthesia coverage
• 18 weeks of general anesthesia coverage
• 24/7 cardiac call responsibility during assigned 26-week cardiac coverage blocks
• Opportunity to work within a well-established, collegial anesthesia team
• Diverse clinical practice across complex cardiac and general anesthesiology cases
• 8 weeks of scheduled time off annually

Compensation & Perks

• Starting compensation of $800,000 per year
• Highly competitive 1099 compensation model
• Opportunities to increase earnings through longer shifts and additional call coverage
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Student loan repayment (location-contingent)

Candidate Requirements

• Fellowship-trained in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology
• TEE certified (or eligible)
• Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology
• California medical license (or eligibility to obtain)

Clinical Environment

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital is a high-volume facility offering a broad range of services including high-risk OB, neurology, cath lab, vascular surgery, and fast-paced orthopedic cases. The cardiac program features a diverse and high-acuity case mix including CABG, valve procedures, TAVR, and complex cardiac cases, with approximately 100 structural heart cases annually. The service is supported by a collaborative anesthesia model and strong surgical and procedural teams.

To learn more about Coachella Valley Anesthesia: https://cvanes.com

Contact: Ellyse Lathrop
Email: HRConnect@cvanes.com
Phone: 760-469-6220

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