Anesthesiology Physician

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist Job - San Francisco, CA (Mission Bay)

Locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in San Francisco, CA with competitive pay, a varied case mix, and hospital OR coverage in Mission Bay. This assignment is ideal for a board-certified or board-eligible anesthesiologist seeking flexible California physician jobs in a fast-paced tertiary care setting.
Overview

We are seeking a board-certified or truly board-eligible anesthesiologist with strong recent clinical experience to provide locum tenens coverage for a 26-week assignment in San Francisco healthcare. The ideal candidate will have recent exposure to both outpatient and inpatient surgical cases, including high-acuity cases, and will be comfortable working primarily solo while collaborating with CRNAs as needed.
Job Details

Position:

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist

Location:

San Francisco, California

Area:

Mission Bay

Contract Length:

26 weeks

Start Date:

December 14, 2026

Shift Duration:

10-hour day shifts

Schedule:

Full-time preferred; must be available for at least 2 weeks per month

Estimated Weekly Pay:

$13,210-$13,920

Patient Population:

Adolescents age 13+, adults, and geriatrics

Practice Setting:

Hospital operating room coverage

Charting System:

Epic

Interview Process:

1-2 interviews

Credentialing Timeframe:

60-90 days

Job Requirements

Board certification required; truly board-eligible candidates may be considered if fellowship-trained

Active California medical license required

California DEA with Schedule 2/2N required

Minimum of 2 years of anesthesiology experience

Recent experience in tertiary care centers required

Recent experience working independently required

Strong recent experience with a mix of outpatient and inpatient surgical cases

Experience with high-acuity cases preferred

Regional anesthesia experience strongly preferred

Trauma experience strongly preferred

BLS and ACLS required; AHA certification preferred

COVID-19 vaccine with booster required, with medical or religious exemptions only

Ability to provide references, updated CV, license verification, and completed provider paperwork during the credentialing process

Responsibilities

Provide anesthesia coverage for general surgical cases and occasional regional cases

Manage a mix of inpatient and outpatient procedures

Work primarily independently in the operating room

Occasionally support or oversee CRNAs as needed

Deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia care for adolescents and adults

Adapt to a varied case mix while maintaining efficiency and clinical excellence

Collaborate with surgical and perioperative teams to ensure smooth case flow

Exclude cardiac, liver, and neuro cases from the practice mix

Location Highlights

San Francisco's Mission Bay area offers a dynamic urban environment with excellent dining, cultural attractions, waterfront access, and convenient public transit options. It's a great setting for physicians seeking California anesthesiology jobs while working in a highly respected medical community.
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to join this rewarding locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in San Francisco, CA.
Benefits

1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.
About GHR

About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company
For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation's leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.

We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.