Earn Up to $550,000 as an Anesthesiologist with the New Mexico VA Health Care System

New Mexico VA Health Care System

Job Description

The New Mexico VA Healthcare System (NMVAHCS) is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Anesthesiologist to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our facility maintains a strong academic affiliation with the University of New Mexico, offering the opportunity for a clinical faculty appointment, along with dedicated time for academic pursuits, teaching, and research.

Albuquerque offers an exceptional quality of life, with a low cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas and a mild, sunny climate year-round. The region provides easy access to outdoor recreation, vibrant culture, and a balanced lifestyle.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive salary of $550,000 annually with annual performance bonuses

• Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment options

• 50-55 days of paid time off annually, including federal holidays and CME leave

• Federal pension and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• $1,000 annual CME reimbursement

• Malpractice coverage with tail

• No physician employment contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting

• Licensure flexibility: one unrestricted U.S. license accepted

Responsibilities include providing the full spectrum of perioperative care, including preoperative optimization, intraoperative management (including ERAS pathways), postoperative care, ICU involvement, and acute and chronic pain management.

The position includes a diverse case mix across multiple specialties, including cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgery, orthopedics, urology, ENT, GI, interventional radiology, and more. Candidates should be capable of performing anesthesia for cardiothoracic procedures such as CABG and valve cases, or be willing to undergo mentorship to develop these skills, with eventual participation in the cardiac anesthesia call team.

Additional responsibilities include supervision of CRNAs and trainees, with opportunities to personally perform cases, all while delivering high-quality care to our nation's Veterans.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

For more information or to apply, please send your CV to Matthew Corrales.