Physician | Anesthesiology Job | Albuquerque, NM 87108

Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 495,000 - 605,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment options

CME reimbursement

Pension/retirement benefits

Job summary

New Mexico VA Health Care System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Anesthesiologist to join our team, with an academic affiliation and opportunities for teaching and research.

Responsibilities include preoperative optimization, intraoperative management (ERAS), postoperative care and pain management, plus ICU involvement. Supervision of CRNAs and trainees is required, with a diverse case mix across specialties.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible anesthesiologist, with eligibility to practice in New Mexico.
• Strong clinical and academic collaboration with affiliated university.

Responsibilities

• Provide full spectrum perioperative care including preoperative optimization.
• Intraoperative management with ERAS pathways and cardiothoracic considerations as needed.
• Postoperative care, ICU involvement, and acute/chronic pain management.
• Supervise CRNAs and trainees, with opportunities to personally perform cases.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality Veteran care.

Education

Board-certified/Board-eligible Anesthesiologist

Job description

Earn Up to $550,000 as an Anesthesiologist with the New Mexico VA Health Care System

New Mexico VA Health Care System

Job Description

The New Mexico VA Healthcare System (NMVAHCS) is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Anesthesiologist to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our facility maintains a strong academic affiliation with the University of New Mexico, offering the opportunity for a clinical faculty appointment, along with dedicated time for academic pursuits, teaching, and research.

Albuquerque offers an exceptional quality of life, with a low cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas and a mild, sunny climate year-round. The region provides easy access to outdoor recreation, vibrant culture, and a balanced lifestyle.

Total Rewards Package

• Competitive salary of $550,000 annually with annual performance bonuses
• Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment options
• 50-55 days of paid time off annually, including federal holidays and CME leave
• Federal pension and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• $1,000 annual CME reimbursement
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• No physician employment contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting
• Licensure flexibility: one unrestricted U.S. license accepted

Responsibilities include providing the full spectrum of perioperative care, including preoperative optimization, intraoperative management (including ERAS pathways), postoperative care, ICU involvement, and acute and chronic pain management.

The position includes a diverse case mix across multiple specialties, including cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgery, orthopedics, urology, ENT, GI, interventional radiology, and more. Candidates should be capable of performing anesthesia for cardiothoracic procedures such as CABG and valve cases, or be willing to undergo mentorship to develop these skills, with eventual participation in the cardiac anesthesia call team.

Additional responsibilities include supervision of CRNAs and trainees, with opportunities to personally perform cases, all while delivering high-quality care to our nation's Veterans.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and research.