Anesthesiologist

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

We are recruiting an anesthesiologist to join our collaborative care team at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.  St. Joseph Medical Center is a level II trauma regional medical center with 385 beds.  Procedures include OB, thoracic, vascular, general surgery, orthopedics, trauma, and ENT. 

Earn up to $700,000. 10 weeks vacation. General Anesthesiologist position at tertiary care trauma center. $50,000 Starting Bonus plus relocation assistance, Extra Income Available, EPIC EMR, and Eligible for PSLF.

Comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Retirement plans including 401(k) and 457 (b)
• Relocation assistance, if needed.
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short and long term disability programs
• Time Off
• As a non-profit; VMFH is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Mental health and well-being programs and more
• CME and Expense Reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Qualifications

• Completed ACGME Accredited Anesthesiology Residency
• Board Certified Anesthesiology (ABA) or eligible and will become board certified within 24 months of training completion.
• State of Washington Medical License
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice

Alignment with Our Values of:

Compassion

• Care with listening, empathy and love

• Accompany and comfort those in need of healing

Inclusion

• Celebrate each person’s gifts and voice

• Respect the dignity of all

Integrity

• Inspire trust through honesty

• Demonstrate courage in the face of inequity

Excellence

• Serve with fullest passion, creativity and stewardship

• Exceed expectations of others and ourselves

Collaboration

• Commit to the power of working together

• Build and nurture meaningful relationships

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.