VA Anesthesiologist $300K-$400K | Columbia, MO

Position Overview

Join the Harry S. Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, MO as a Staff Anesthesiologist. Provide direct anesthesia care across OR, PACU, GI/bronchoscopy suites, and bedside procedures. Ideal for board-certified or board-eligible physicians with cardiac experience (CABG, TAVR). Work Monday-Friday with on-call requirements in a collaborative environment with CRNAs and interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible with the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
• Experience in cardiac anesthesia preferred
• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens in limited cases)
• Proficient in English
• Active medical license
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent from accredited institution

Facility Details

• Harry S. Truman VA Medical Center, Columbia, MO
• Top-ranked location with University of Missouri nearby, parks, arts, and low cost of living
• Strong healthcare system and family-friendly community

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $300,000 - $400,000 per year
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 (1-5 years eligibility)
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year (26 annual, 13 sick, 11 federal holidays + 5 CME days)
• Retirement: Federal pension (5-year vesting) + 401K with up to 5% VA match
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care
• CME: $1,000/year reimbursement (full-time board-certified)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage
• No employment contract restrictions on moonlighting

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Monday-Friday, schedule varies
• On-call required

Location Highlights

Columbia, MO blends small-town charm with big-city amenities: top education at University of Missouri, 3,000+ acres of parks/trails, vibrant arts, low cost of living, and excellent quality of life.