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Virginia Mason Medical Center - Seattle - CommonSpirit Health

Anesthesiology - Physician at Virginia Mason Medical Center - Seattle - CommonSpirit Health

Virginia Mason Medical Center - Seattle - CommonSpirit Health No longer available

Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington is recruiting an experienced anesthesiologist to join our collaborative care team. Full-Time (1.0) position

Candidates should be board certified (ABA) and have at least 2 years of experience beyond residency training. Collaborative team with strong case mix and combination of high acuity and bread and butter cases. Diverse case mix at VMMC can include Ortho (joint and sports), Uro, Gyn, Gen Surgery, Neurosurgery, ENT, Plastic, and other.


Job Requirements
  • Board Certified Anesthesiology (ABA)
  • At least two (2) years of experience beyond Residency training is preferred.
  • Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of Washington
  • Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice
  • Medical License Status in good standing with no pending or past actions.

Where You'll Work

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.


Pay Range
$467,000 - $584,000 /year

Market salary data for Anesthesiologists nationally

National salary averages
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected

Employer-favored market

Competitive market. Focus on fit and differentiation over compensation.

Hiring leverage
Employer-favored
Wage leverage
Limited
Mobility
Low mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers, Self-taught practitioners

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+3%
10yr growth
Typical: Doctoral or professional degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024