Anesthesiologist Per Diem

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma seeks a board-certified Anesthesiologist to join a collaborative perioperative team. You will provide high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care across multiple surgical specialties in a 385-bed, Level II center.

The role emphasizes dedication to clinical excellence, teaching, research, and joining a supportive leadership and operations team within the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health network.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or ABA eligibility in Anesthesiology.
• Active WA medical license in good standing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, expert anesthesiology care to patients.
• Collaborate with surgical teams across multiple specialties.
• Stay current with best practices and evidence-based care.

Skills

MD/DO

Board cert.

WA Medical License

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

MD or DO degree

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Anesthesiologist with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will join our collaborative team at St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC). SJMC is a 385 bed, Level II Trauma, tertiary care medical center in downtown Tacoma. As part of our team, you will be dedicated to improving quality, enhancing patient experience, and advancing clinical standards for those we serve.

Every day, you would be responsible for providing high-quality, expert, compassionate patient care at St. Joseph Medical Center. St. Joseph is a 385 bed, Level II Trauma, non-profit tertiary care medical center located in Tacoma, Washington, part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and the larger CommonSpirit Health Organization. St. Joseph supports multiple surgical specialties, including Cardiac, ENT, General Surgery, Gynecology, Neurosurgery, Obstetrics, Orthopedics, Thoracic, Trauma, and Vascular Surgery, along with non-surgical specialties such as Diagnostic Imaging, Electrophysiology, Gastroenterology, Interventional Cardiology, Neurointerventional Radiology, and Pulmonology. The hospital is home to multiple ACGME programs and their related research activities. The Anesthesiology Department provides 24/7 support to hospital operations with a highly-collaborative team of clinicians and a dedicated Anesthesia Practice and Operations Manager, along with an integrated perioperative staff. St. Joseph’s strong community connection, supportive administration, and dedication to excellence has resulted in numerous accolades, including grades of LeapFrog 'A' and CMS '4-star', and recognition as a Top 10 Regionally Ranked hospital per US News.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified, and compassionate Anesthesiologist. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment.

• Surgical specialties include OB, Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Trauma, ENT as well as Gastroenterology, Electrophysiology, Interventional Cardiology, and NeuroInterventional Radiology.
• Stay current with research and best practices in Anesthesiology to provide evidence-based care

Job Requirements

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology (ABA)
• Active Washington State Medical License in good standing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients and families

Preferred

• 2+ years experience following training
• EPIC experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.