Cardiac, Cardiac Anesthesiologist Needed - West Los ...

Job DescriptionFor a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.We are seeking a passionate and skilled Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join our Anesthesiology Service. This full-time position offers the chance to provide top-tier anesthetic care for complex cardiac cases, engage in cutting-edge research, and contribute to academic excellence through our affiliation with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine. The successful candidate will have completed a cardiac anesthesiology fellowship and possess expertise in TAVR and structural heart disease. Provide a comprehensive range of anesthesiology services, particularly for cardiac cases, including valve surgeries, CABG, and TAVR.Key Responsibilities:Develop Comprehensive Anesthetic Plans: Create tailored anesthetic plans for complex cardiac cases, ensuring the highest standards of care.Pre- and Post-Anesthesia Care: Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic evaluations, manage anesthesia during procedures, and provide diligent post-anesthesia care.Supervise and Mentor: Guide and supervise residents and CRNAs, fostering a collaborative and educational environment.Monitor and Respond: Closely monitor patients throughout the anesthesia process.Participate in Cardiac Call Schedule: Be an active participant in the cardiac call schedule, ensuring availability for urgent and emergency cases.Collaboration and Team Meetings: Engage in preoperative evaluations and cardiac team meetings, contributing your expertise to multidisciplinary discussions.Maintain Professional Standards: Stay current with continuing education, maintain certification and licensure, and adhere to all safety protocols, especially regarding infection control and patient confidentiality.Research and Education: Contribute to clinical and/or laboratory research and deliver lectures or one-on-one instruction as a faculty member of David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.Precision in Procedures: Execute precise techniques such as insertion of intravenous lines, arterial lines, central lines, regional anesthesia, and transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE).Work Schedule: Variable, 4 days per week, 7:00am-5:30pm (some flexibility considered)Qualifications:U.S. CitizenMD or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicineCurrent unrestricted licenseMust have completed residency in an accredited core specialtyCardiac Anesthesiology FellowshipBC/BEBenefits and Features:Salary Range: $353,000-$400,000PTO: 5055 days of PTO annually (26/13 days of annual/sick leave, 11 holidays)Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. xijylhu Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, TSP (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits Up to $1,000 or more annually and up to 5 days paid absence for CMEPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program Service without strings: No employment contracts or restrictive covenants.Education Debt Reduction Program reimburses qualifying student loan debt up to $200,000UCLA Facility Appointment: Opportunity for a faculty appointment within the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine

Created: 2026-03-07