Anesthesiologist job opening in Seattle WA

About the Practice

An established, highly regarded private anesthesiology practice based in Seattle, Washington is seeking a dedicated Anesthesiologist to provide comprehensive perioperative care for specialized pediatric dental cases. Operating within the vibrant Pacific Northwest healthcare landscape, this progressive practice focuses on providing safe, compassionate, and high-efficiency anesthesia services in a modern, collaborative office-based setting. The group prides itself on fostering an optimal environment for patient safety and clinical excellence, working side-by-side with leading local pediatric dental specialists to deliver specialized care to children in the community.

Opportunity

An exceptional, highly flexible career opportunity is available for an adaptable Anesthesiologist looking to join a premier dental anesthesia team in the Seattle metropolitan area. This position accommodates a variety of professional goals, offering both full-time and part-time contract arrangements with a highly structured, predictable daytime schedule.

The clinical focus is entirely centered on pediatric dental anesthesia care lines, managing a consistent caseload of 5 to 10 cases per day. Critically, no Pediatric Anesthesiology fellowship is required for this role; the group welcomes board-certified or board-eligible general anesthesiologists who are highly proficient in pediatric airway management and comfortable working with children.

The schedule operates Tuesdays through Fridays most weeks, providing a highly desirable three-day weekend by default. For physicians seeking part-time flexibility, options are available to work as few as 2 to 3 days per week, with predictable daily commitments spanning 6 to 8-hour days.

Whether you are evaluating advanced local compensation benchmarks via national anesthesiologists salary indices or actively tracking premium independent contractor roles through Washington state jobs or jobs in Seattle Washington portals, this Pacific Northwest position provides elite schedule control alongside an outstanding earning structure.

Responsibilities

• Administer, manage, and precisely tailor general anesthesia and deep monitored anesthesia care (MAC) for pediatric patients undergoing elective and restorative dental procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive, high-efficiency pre-anesthetic clinical evaluations for pediatric dental patients, screening for anatomical or physiological risks to optimize outpatient safety.
• Maintain complete, standalone control over pediatric patient airways, continuous physiological monitoring, and intraoperative fluid management throughout 5 to 10 daily cases.
• Work collaboratively with pediatric dentists and specialized dental assistants to ensure a seamless, non-threatening, and highly secure environment for pediatric patients.
• Manage stable, smooth emergence transitions and oversee immediate post-anesthesia recovery care parameters before discharging patients to their families.
• Document thorough, precise, and fully compliant electronic anesthesia records immediately following the conclusion of each case.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Washington (or immediate eligibility).
• Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology Residency program.
• Board Certified or actively eligible for Board Certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA).
• Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship training is NOT required; strong foundational competence with pediatric patients is expected.
• Active, valid Federal DEA registration and Washington state controlled substance privileges.
• Current, valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.

Lifestyle & Location

Living and practicing in the Seattle metropolitan area presents a spectacular Pacific Northwest lifestyle balanced by rich cultural and economic prosperity.

• Vibrant Urban Living: Discover a diverse array of professional and personal pursuits in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metro hubs. Seattle features world-class culinary scenes, thriving arts districts, safe coastal neighborhoods, and highly rated public and private school systems making it ideal for families.
• Unparalleled Outdoor Recreation: Gain immediate access to breathtaking natural geography, including boating and paddleboarding on Lake Washington, hiking through the rugged Cascade or Olympic Mountain ranges, and exploring miles of pristine Puget Sound coastline.
• Regional Convenience: Enjoy excellent neighborhood infrastructures, top-tier professional sports, a booming innovation economy, and effortless domestic or international travel out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

Compensation and Benefits

• Elite Full-Time Revenue: Offering a premium annual compensation package of $600,000 to $700,000 for full-time commitments.
• Premium Part-Time Daily Rate: Part-time shifts are compensated at an elite, guaranteed rate of $2,500 to $2,750 per day based on a predictable 6 to 8-hour workday.
• Tax-Advantaged 1099 Structure: Paid entirely on a lucrative independent contractor basis, enabling customized corporate tax structures and maximized independent business deductions.
• Abundant Protected Time: Full-time contracts include 6 full weeks of vacation, ensuring an unparalleled balance between professional growth and leisure.

To Apply

Qualified Anesthesiologists looking for a flexible, high-paying pediatric dental opportunity in the Seattle area are invited to submit their current professional CV. Please clearly indicate your target timeline, your availability for full-time or part-time (specifying preferred days per week), and your experience level with pediatric populations. We look forward to reviewing your credentials and introducing you to our premier private practice group!