Anesthesiologist

Aptive Resources; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 325,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off of 50-55 days annually

Eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program up to $200,000

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Job summary

Aptive Resources in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced Anesthesiologist to provide quality anesthesia care for various surgical and diagnostic procedures. The role involves mentoring other healthcare professionals and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care. Benefits include a salary range of $325,000-$400,000 and extensive paid time off.

The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO degree, complete residency training, and maintain a current medical license. Join a supportive environment committed to patient-centered care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Complete an approved residency for board certification eligibility.
• Current, full and unrestricted medical license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anesthesia care for surgical procedures.
• Supervise and mentor CRNAs and other anesthesia personnel.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize patient care.

Skills

Clinical competence in anesthetic management

Advanced airway management

Ability to provide anesthesia care

Mentoring experience

Education

MD or DO degree

Approved residency eligibility for board certification

Full, unrestricted medical license

Job description

Ernest Childers Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic - Anesthesiologist

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Days | On-Call Coverage: Minimal

Position Overview

The Anesthesiologist will provide comprehensive anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures within Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position supports inpatient, outpatient, community-based outpatient clinics, and emergency department settings, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with VA policies and community standards of practice. The role is well-supported operationally and clinically, with consistent staffing, defined schedules, and mission-aligned leadership. As the service continues to expand access, this provider will meaningfully contribute to program development and continuity of patient services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations, including history and physical examinations, risk assessment, and development of individualized anesthesia care plans.
• Provide safe, high-quality anesthesia services across all practice settings, including general, regional, spinal, epidural, and monitored anesthesia care, in accordance with community and VA standards.
• Manage airways in routine, complex, and emergent situations, including advanced airway techniques and mechanical ventilation as required.
• Place and manage invasive monitoring devices, including arterial lines and central venous catheters, when clinically indicated.
• Document anesthesia care, plans, and patient responses accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Supervise, guide, and provide clinical leadership to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and other anesthesia personnel.
• Mentor, teach, and support physicians, CRNAs, and residents in anesthesia techniques, airway management, and perioperative best practices.
• Collaborate with perioperative and interdisciplinary teams to optimize operating room efficiency, patient flow, and overall quality of care.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:00-3:30
• On‑Call Coverage: Minimal
• Collaborative support from nursing and administrative personnel

Compensation & Benefits

• $325,000-$400,000 salary
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
• Comprehensive total rewards package includes:
  • Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
  • Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
  • Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
  • Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
  • CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
  • Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
  • Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Minimum Qualifications

• You must have an MD or DO degree from a properly accredited medical school in the year you graduated. For foreign medical graduates, the school must have met ECFMG eligibility requirements for your graduation year.
• To work as a VA physician, you must complete an approved residency that makes you eligible for board certification, either in an ACGME or AOA program, or through an equivalent combination of training and independent practice in the United States. Non‑US residencies can also count if you then have at least three years of licensed practice in the U.S. in relevant duties, and the local medical staff agrees your training and experience are appropriate.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Demonstrated clinical competence in anesthetic management, supported by residency case logs or a hospital quality profile documenting recent clinical activity
• Ability to provide anesthesia care across a range of modalities, including general, regional, spinal, epidural, and monitored anesthesia care
• Competency in advanced and emergent airway management, including mechanical ventilation
• Eligibility for VA credentialing and privileging in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws and VA policies

Desired Qualifications

• Experience practicing in a hospital-based or integrated healthcare system
• Prior experience supervising or collaborating with Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
• Proficiency in placement of arterial lines and central venous catheters
• Experience with fiberoptic or other advanced airway techniques
• Teaching or mentoring experience with physicians, CRNAs, or medical trainees
• Familiarity with perioperative workflow optimization and operating room efficiency initiatives
• Experience working within Veterans Affairs, federal healthcare systems, or similarly regulated environments

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.