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Palm Careers

Locum Anesthesiologist

Burlington, VT · On-site

$394K/yr

Mix of solo cases and supervision of CRNAs, AAs, and senior anesthesia residents (no fellows) EMR: Epic Candidate Requirements: Board Certified or Eligible (must sit for boards within 7 years of ...

Houston Methodist

At Houston Methodist, the Sr. Anesthesia Technician (AT) position is an experienced Tech who provides support to the anesthesia providers and other members of the interprofessional healthcare team.

US Anesthesia Partners, Inc.

Anesthesiologist

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$365K/yr

Contact Gabrielle Wiese, Sr. Clincial Recruiter for more information! Email Gabrielle.Wiese@usap.com or Text 571-232-4052 USAP Indiana is looking for a FT Anesthesiologist at our Lutheran Hospital in ...

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How much do senior anesthesiologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior anesthesiologist in the United States is $393,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $400,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior anesthesiologist?

Senior Anesthesiologists are highly experienced medical doctors who specialize in administering anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgical procedures. They play a critical role in ensuring patient safety before, during, and after surgery by managing pain, vital signs, and any anesthesia-related complications. Senior Anesthesiologists often supervise junior staff, participate in complex cases, develop anesthesia protocols, and may be involved in teaching or research within their institutions.

What are some of the main challenges a senior anesthesiologist faces when leading a surgical team?

A Senior Anesthesiologist often manages complex cases and coordinates with surgeons, nurses, and residents, making strong communication and decision-making skills essential. One of the main challenges is ensuring patient safety during high-risk procedures while balancing team dynamics and mentoring junior staff. They also frequently handle multiple cases simultaneously and must be adept at quickly adapting anesthesia plans to changing patient conditions. Navigating these demands requires both clinical expertise and strong leadership capabilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior anesthesiologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Anesthesiologist, you need extensive knowledge of anesthesia, patient assessment, and perioperative medicine, supported by a medical degree, anesthesiology residency, and board certification. Expertise with anesthesia delivery systems, patient monitoring technology, and EMR systems is essential. Exceptional decision-making, communication, and leadership skills set senior practitioners apart in managing complex cases and guiding teams. These capabilities are vital for ensuring patient safety, effective care delivery, and smooth surgical workflows in high-stakes environments.

What is the difference between Senior Anesthesiologist vs Anesthesiologist?

AspectSenior AnesthesiologistAnesthesiologist
CredentialsMedical degree, anesthesia residency, board certification, experienceMedical degree, anesthesia residency, board certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, specialized clinics, often with leadership rolesHospitals, clinics, surgical centers
ResponsibilitiesOversees anesthesia care, mentors staff, handles complex casesAdministers anesthesia, monitors patients during surgery

While both roles require similar credentials and work in similar environments, a Senior Anesthesiologist typically has more experience, leadership responsibilities, and handles complex cases. An Anesthesiologist is a fully qualified physician providing anesthesia care across various settings.

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Infographic showing various Senior Anesthesiologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $393,215 per year, or $189 per hour.

NO CALL/Director of Anesthesia/Previous Leadership Exp. /Metro

Accolades Physician Resources LLC

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

$371K/yr

Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

DIRECTOR -ANESTHESIA OPPORTUNITY

COMMUNITY

Oklahoma City metro area. Fine dining, culture, museums, professional and NCAA sports with its own airport. Reasonable cost of living plus no traffic.

OVERVIEW

Fast growing, regional private practice- single specialty group seeks an experienced senior Anesthesiologist to participate in organizational, administrative processes, strategy & operational meetings. Hospital is fully staffed with all subspecialties.

ROLE

  • As a working Director can develop the Cath Lab program
  • Collaborative team of MDs and supportive CRNAs
    •   Leadership role with director stipend + optional benefits
    •   Case types include general, orthopedic, endo/GI, ENT (some peds), GYN, spine, cath lab, and vascular
  • Schedule
  • NO CALL

PACKAGE

$625K 1099 for 39 weeks on

$25K Medical Director stipend

10 weeks off PTO plus Post Call Days Off =  days per year

Paid Malpractice + Tail

Option for Medical coverage & more benefits


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