Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 625,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus

Relocation assistance

Performance bonuses

CME support

8 weeks vacation

Employer-provided benefits

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma seeks a skilled Cardiac Anesthesiologist to support a busy 3-star STS program and expanding interventional platform. Candidates should be board-certified/eligible in Anesthesiology with fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology and a Washington license or eligibility.

The role offers a guaranteed salary of $625,000 with a starting bonus, relocation assistance, and up to $50,000/year in performance bonuses, plus CME support.

Qualifications

• MD/DOegree required from an accredited institution.
• Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology completed or in progress.
• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology (ABA).
• Active Washington State Medical License, or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care for complex cardiac surgery cases including open heart, high-risk thoracic/vascular, electrophysiology, and structural heart procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, safe patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Clinical excellence

Education

MD/DO degree

Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology

Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology

Active Washington State Medical License, or eligible for licensure

Tools

EPIC experience

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Cardiac Anesthesiologist, you will join our collaborative and growing team at St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC). SJMC is a 385 bed, Level II Trauma, tertiary care medical center in downtown Tacoma. Every day you will support our long-standing 3-star STS cardiac surgery program and growing interventional platform. Case mix includes open heart, high risk thoracic/vascular, electrophysiology, and structural heart cases (with care team supervision in EP lab). To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified, and compassionate Cardiac Anesthesiologist. We are offering a guaranteed annual salary of $625,000, starting bonus, relocation assistance, up to $50,000 /year in performance bonuses, $3,500/year CME support ($5,000 if echo boarded), 8 weeks vacation, generous employer-subsidized benefits including both 401(k) and 457(b) plans with employer matching in the 401(k). Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is a non‑profit organization and an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.

Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology (ABA)
• Completion of Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology
• Active Washington State Medical License, or eligible for licensure
• 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 over the years 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.

Pay Range

$625,000 - $675,000 /year