Cardiac Anesthesiologist Opportunity – Bakersfield, CA Established, Collegial Group within a High Acuity Practice Coachella Valley Anesthesia, in partnership with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, is seeking a fellowship-trained, TEE-certified Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join a busy, high-acuity program within a growing regional hospital. This unique position offers a balanced practice with dedicated cardiac anesthesia responsibilities complemented by general anesthesia coverage. Highlights • 26 weeks of dedicated cardiac anesthesia coverage • 18 weeks of general anesthesia coverage • 24/7 cardiac call responsibility during assigned 26-week cardiac coverage blocks • Opportunity to work within a well-established, collegial anesthesia team • Diverse clinical practice across complex cardiac and general anesthesiology cases • 8 weeks of scheduled time off annually Compensation & Perks • Starting compensation of $800,000 per year • Highly competitive 1099 compensation model • Opportunities to increase earnings through longer shifts and additional call coverage • Malpractice coverage provided • Student loan repayment (location-contingent) Candidate Requirements • Fellowship-trained in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology • TEE certified (or eligible) • Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology • California medical license (or eligibility to obtain) Clinical Environment Bakersfield Memorial Hospital is a high-volume facility offering a broad range of services including high-risk OB, neurology, cath lab, vascular surgery, and fast-paced orthopedic cases. The cardiac program features a diverse and high-acuity case mix including CABG, valve procedures, TAVR, and complex cardiac cases, with approximately 100 structural heart cases annually. The service is supported by a collaborative anesthesia model and strong surgical and procedural teams. To learn more about Coachella Valley Anesthesia: https://cvanes.com Contact: Ellyse Lathrop Email: [email protected] Phone: 760-469-6220 Hiring practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.