VA Anesthesiologist | West Palm Beach, FL

Position Overview

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center seeks an experienced Physician (Anesthesiology) to join the Anesthesiology Service. This role supports quality care standards and the growth of a VA academic hospital program.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical management for patients undergoing surgical, endoscopic, and other procedures requiring anesthesia
• Deliver emergency anesthesia and airway support throughout the medical center
• Perform pre- and post-operative consultations, general, regional, and neuraxial anesthesia
• Manage acute and chronic pain including nerve blocks and epidurals
• Place arterial lines, central venous catheters, and perform advanced airway management
• Supervise medical students and physician residents
• Administer moderate sedation and provide consultative services

Schedule & Call Requirements

Monday through Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. No call or weekend requirements specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $297,057 - $400,000 per year
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
• 50-55 days paid time off annually
• Federal pension and 401K with up to 5% VA contribution
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance options
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Possible $1,000 annual CME reimbursement

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent from accredited institution
• U.S. citizenship (non-citizens considered only when qualified citizens unavailable)
• Full unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory
• Board certification preferred
• Proficiency in English
• Must pass background investigation and pre-employment physical