Employed Pediatric Anesthesiologist: $650K base plus Leadership Opportunity

Coachella Valley Anesthesia; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 585,000 - 715,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Malpractice insurance provided

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Coachella Valley Anesthesia is partnering with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital to launch a new pediatric anesthesia program and seeks a Pediatric Anesthesiologist to help establish and grow this service line. Join a strong anesthesia team and shape the program from its foundation in a growing regional hospital.

The role offers leadership and program development from day one, a busy pediatric case mix, dedicated specialty teams, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology.
• Eligible for or active California medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build a new pediatric anesthesia program.
• Provide one weekday pediatric call per week.
• Provide one weekend pediatric call per month.

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology

Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology

Job description

Build Something Meaningful from the Ground Up

Coachella Valley Anesthesia, in partnership with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, is launching a new pediatric anesthesia program and seeking a Pediatric Anesthesiologist to help establish and grow this important service line. This is a unique opportunity to shape a program from its foundation while joining a strong, well-supported anesthesia team within a rapidly expanding regional hospital.

Position Highlights

• Opportunity to help build and lead a new pediatric anesthesia service line
• Leadership and program development opportunities from day one
• Full pediatric case mix in a busy, growing hospital environment
• Dedicated specialty support teams including cardiac, OB, and regional anesthesia
• Strong administrative and clinical infrastructure supporting program launch and growth
• Employed position with long-term stability and organizational support
• Annual salary of $650,000
• 6 weeks of paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Opportunity for additional income through participation in the general anesthesia schedule (optional)

Call Responsibilities

• One weekday of pediatric call per week
• One weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday) of pediatric call per month
• Additional general anesthesia call opportunities available for physicians interested in increasing earnings, but participation is not required

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology required
• Eligible for or active California medical licensure

This Role Is Ideal for Physicians Who:

• Enjoy helping build and develop new clinical programs
• Value leadership opportunities and long-term career growth
• Want to make a meaningful impact on pediatric care in a growing region
• Thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Seek the stability and benefits of employed practice

About the Community

Bakersfield offers a family-friendly lifestyle with a lower cost of living than many California markets, along with convenient access to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada for year-round outdoor recreation.

Contact

Ellyse Lathrop

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Coachella Valley Anesthesia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.