Cardiac Anesthesiologist | Salt Lake City, UT

Position Overview

Cardiac Anesthesiologist position at the Veterans Health Administration in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role focuses on advanced cardiac anesthesia including TEE, mechanical circulatory support, and perioperative management for complex cardiac procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Cardiac imaging (TEE, echocardiography interpretation)
• Mechanical circulatory support device management (LVADs, ECMO)
• Comprehensive cardiac evaluation and risk stratification
• Intraoperative hemodynamic monitoring and management
• Postoperative critical care in cardiac ICUs
• Participation in cardiac surgeries including CABG, valve procedures, TAVR, and heart transplantation

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Board certification or eligibility in Anesthesiology with cardiac expertise
• Full and unrestricted medical license
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $400,000 per year
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentives: Up to $80,000
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000
• 50-55 days paid time off per year
• Federal retirement with pension and 401K match
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Free malpractice coverage with tail
• Possible $1,000 annual CME reimbursement

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Adjusted schedule: 7:00am to 5:00pm, 40-hour workweek with 10-hour shifts
• Call, some weekends, and holidays required
• Day off negotiable