Anesthesiology Physician

Job Description & Requirements General Anesthesiologist StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $600000.00 - $600000.00 AMN Healthcare is partnering with West Virginia University Health System and Thomas Memorial Hospital to recruit anesthesiology physicians for a growing, hospital-employed anesthesia program in Charleston, West Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity to join a community-based practice backed by one of the region's leading health systems while helping build a dedicated anesthesia service line. The program has experienced approximately 30% year-over-year growth and is expanding from two full-time anesthesiologists toward a future team of eight to 10 physicians. Physicians will benefit from a strong Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist support model, meaningful regional anesthesia exposure, a collegial practice culture, and a schedule designed to support professional fulfillment and personal balance. Opportunity HighlightsJoin a hospital-employed anesthesia program within West Virginia University Health System's System Medical Group. Help grow a dedicated anesthesia service line from two full-time anesthesiologists to an anticipated team of eight to 10 physicians. Practice in a busy community-hospital setting with approximately 30% year-over-year growth. Work with a robust Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist team, including approximately 35 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists with additional providers joining. Rotate among three clinical sites located within approximately seven miles of one another. Enjoy broad general anesthesiology exposure, including significant regional anesthesia opportunities. Benefit from a schedule of approximately 42 clinical weeks annually with 10 weeks off. Participate in approximately five call shifts per month, with one weekend call every two months and a 30-minute response time. Receive a $75,000 sign-on or retention bonus structure for a three-year commitment, with flexibility in structure. Advance quickly through a defined recruitment process that includes a virtual call, on-site interview, potential term sheet during the visit, and an offer process that typically follows within two to three weeks after term sheet execution. Community InformationCharleston, West Virginia, offers physicians an engaging blend of capital-city amenities, Appalachian beauty, and a practical cost of living. The City of Charleston describes itself as the cultural, recreational, and business capital of the Appalachian Mountain region, with opportunities to live, work, and play through outdoor recreation, local events, business resources, and civic amenities (City of Charleston, WV, 2026). The Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau highlights the city's small-town charm, arts, food, outdoor recreation, and events, positioning Charleston as a vibrant, accessible community for professionals and families (Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, 2026). Affordable lifestyle: AreaVibes reports Charleston's cost of living index at 92, which is 8% lower than the national average, with housing indexed at 83 compared with the national baseline of 100 (AreaVibes, 2026). Outdoor and cultural access: The Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau lists outdoor recreation options, including Cato Park, Kanawha State Forest, Magic Island, Haddad Riverfront Park, golf, parks, water activities, shopping, and performing arts (Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, 2026). Family considerations: Niche lists 40 K-12 school results in Charleston and notes its school rankings are based on U.S. Department of Education statistics and parent and student reviews (Niche, 2026). To learn more or submit your CV, please contact:Ben Moulton Senior Managing Consultant, Academic Recruiting AMN Healthcare Job Number: 185932 Job Benefits About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiology, Anesthesia, Physician, Healthcare, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical, Doctor, Perioperative Medicine, Perioperative, Md, ANES