Physician – Anesthesiology

Society of Critical Care Medicine; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco seeks faculty in the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care and advance innovation in a world-class academic medical center.

Ideal candidates are board-certified or board-eligible anesthesiologists with strong general OR experience; subspecialty interest in cardiac or pediatric anesthesia is a plus, and a commitment to teaching residents and medical students is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree and be board eligible or certified in Anesthesia.
• Must possess a California Medical License or equivalent Special Permit issued by the California Medical Board.
• Applicants' materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
• Applicant must have all requirements met by time of hire.
• Individuals considered for assistant rank and above will need Fellowship trained or equivalent advanced training/experience beyond residency.

Responsibilities

• Teach residents and medical students; participate in Grand Rounds, M&M conferences, and quality initiatives.
• Delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care and teamwork in a high-volume academic environment.
• Engage in quality improvement or research initiatives and contribute to academic missions.

Skills

Board-certified/board-eligible anesth

Strong OR experience

Fellowship training or advanced subs

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Job #JPF05638

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Join UCSF's Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care

We're seeking faculty to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care and advance innovation in one of the world's leading anesthesia departments. At UCSF, we prioritize clinician well-being, teamwork, and continuous improvement through our "True North - Our People" initiative.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting the vibrant communities we serve. You'll collaborate with over 250 faculty and multidisciplinary teams across five UCSF campuses.

Ideal candidates are committed to high-quality care, education, and patient safety. Responsibilities include teaching, departmental service, and participation in Grand Rounds, M\&M conferences, and quality initiatives.

Join UCSF-where excellence, innovation, and compassion shape the future of anesthesia and perioperative medicine.

What We're Looking For:

• Board-certified or board-eligible anesthesiologist with strong general OR experience; subspecialty interest in cardiac or pediatric anesthesia is a plus.
• Comfort managing high-acuity, complex patients and ability to work independently across diverse clinical settings.
• Flexibility to rotate across multiple UCSF campuses.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, including teaching residents and medical students, and engaging in quality improvement or research initiatives.
• Training or experience in large academic or tertiary care environments, ensuring readiness for UCSF's high-volume, high-complexity case mix.

What We Offer:

• Faculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicine (rank and step commensurate with experience).
• Competitive compensation and UC benefits, including pension and health coverage.
• Access to premier facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and UCSF's integrated health system, with care delivered across five major campuses: Parnassus Heights, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, Mount Zion, Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, and Mission Bay.
• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and academic excellence, working alongside more than 250 faculty, 57 staff physicians, 68 CRNAs, 18 fellows, 96 residents, 32 researchers, and 188 staff members.
• Opportunities to grow in leadership, education, and research within one of the world's leading anesthesia departments.

Requirements:

• Must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree and be board eligible or certified in Anesthesia.
• Must possess a California Medical License or equivalent Special Permit issued (or Special Permit application submitted) by the California Medical Board.
• Applicants' materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
• Applicant must have all requirements met by time of hire.
• Individuals considered for appointment at the assistant rank and above will need to be Fellowship trained or have equivalent advanced training and/or experience beyond that of anesthesia residency training.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.