Medical Director, Anesthesiology

Join Our Denver, Colorado Team as a Medical Director, Anesthesiology – a Role Designed for You

Local leadership – National support.

At St. Joseph Hospital, we’re building something better—better care, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Our collaborative anesthesia model brings together anesthesiologists and CRNAs as valued partners in care. If you’re passionate about teamwork, quality, and advancing patient outcomes, we’d love to talk.

People First in Denver

Collaborative Leadership Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced, team-oriented Anesthesiologist Medical Director to help lead a thriving department grounded in mutual respect and professional growth. This is not a top-down role—it’s a partnership. You’ll work side-by-side with CRNAs, hospital leaders, and the OR team to foster a culture that values everyone’s expertise.

What Makes This Role Different:

• You’ll collaborate closely with a strong CRNA team in a 3:1–4:1 care-team model, emphasizing trust and autonomy.
• Leadership focuses on support, inclusion, and transparency, ensuring every voice contributes to how we deliver care.
• The department’s success is measured not only in outcomes but also in how well we support each other.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership while empowering CRNAs and anesthesiologists to work at the top of their licenses.
• Oversee departmental operations, staffing, and scheduling with a focus on fairness and flexibility.
• Partner with hospital and nursing leadership to uphold patient safety and quality standards.
• Support continuing education, mentorship, and professional development for all anesthesia providers.
• Collaborate on policies and best practices related to anesthesia care, airway management, and perioperative safety.

Practice in the Heart of the Community

Our Team Culture

• CRNAs and anesthesiologists work side-by-side, supporting one another in an integrated, team-based care model.
• We maintain excellent relationships with hospital leadership and surgical colleagues, working as one team to deliver high-quality, patient-focused care.
• Our clinicians participate in committees, quality initiatives, and social events that strengthen team connection.
• We understand the need for time outside of work—our coverage model supports true work-life balance.

Schedule and Lifestyle

• Flexible full-time schedule averaging 40 hours per week.
• Call is shared equally among physicians.
• Supportive team structure ensures coverage when colleagues are out, so you can enjoy your time off.
• Denver offers a vibrant city life surrounded by outdoor adventure—perfect for those who value balance and wellness.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible Anesthesiologist
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Leadership experience preferred, but a collaborative mindset and respect for the care-team model are essential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation:
  • $500,000 – $535,000 + Medical Director Stipend
  • W-2 or 1099 employment models available
  • $50,000 commencement bonus
• Benefits (W-2):
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
  • Long- and short-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid malpractice (including tail)
  • Annual CME allowance
  • 10 weeks of scheduled time off

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Sound Anesthesia, we believe collaboration drives excellence. You’ll be part of a department where CRNAs and anesthesiologists lead together, shaping the future of anesthesia care in Denver. We value innovation, professional growth, and community impact—because the best care starts with a team that supports one another.