Cardiac Anesthesiologist Jobs

Cardiac Anesthesiologist jobs are open across academic medical centers, private hospital systems, and specialty surgical facilities, from early-career positions to senior and leadership roles, with specializations in pediatric cardiac anesthesia, minimally invasive cardiac procedures, and perioperative cardiac management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerSociety for Pediatric Anesthesia
Top cityStockton, CA
Work type88% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Assistant/Associate/Professor Cardiac Anesthesiologist
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Assistant/Associate/Professor Cardiac Anesthesiologist
University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Full Time | $785,161 | St. Joseph's Medical Center - Stockton, CA
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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Full Time | $785,161 | St. Joseph's Medical Center - Stockton, CA
Somnia Inc
Stockton, California
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
BLS Certification
51-200

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Anesthesiology & Pain Management
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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Anesthesiology & Pain Management
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$524k - $627k/yr
BLS Certification

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Per-Diem | $375-$400/ hour | St. Joseph's Medical Center - Stockton, CA
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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Per-Diem | $375-$400/ hour | St. Joseph's Medical Center - Stockton, CA
Somnia Inc
Stockton, California
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
$375 - $400/hr
BLS Certification
51-200

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital - Lafayette, LA - 35 weeks - CV proficient
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Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital - Lafayette, LA - 35 weeks - CV proficient
Essential Anesthesia Management
Lafayette, Louisiana
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
1,001-5,000

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Cardiac Anesthesiologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Society for Pediatric Anesthesia8 open roles
Somnia6 open roles
77 Consultants3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac anesthesiologist jobs.

  • MD or DO degree with completion of ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency
  • Cardiac anesthesiology fellowship training from an accredited program
  • Active state medical license and DEA registration
  • Board certification or eligibility through the American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Proficiency with intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography
  • Experience managing cardiopulmonary bypass and hemodynamic instability in complex cardiac cases

Tips for Your Cardiac Anesthesiologist Job Search

Tailor your CV to cardiac subspecialties

Generic anesthesiology CVs get passed over. Highlight your transesophageal echocardiography volume, specific cardiac procedure types you've managed, and any fellowship training in cardiac or cardiothoracic anesthesia. Hiring committees scan for these credentials immediately.

Target programs with active cardiac surgery volume

Not all hospitals with cardiac anesthesiology openings run the same caseload. Prioritize postings at centers performing high volumes of valve replacements, coronary bypasses, and LVAD implantations, since those roles offer faster skill progression and stronger long-term career development.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists cardiac anesthesiologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Get your TEE certification documented clearly

Many cardiac anesthesiology postings require or strongly prefer National Board of Echocardiography testamur or basic perioperative TEE certification. Make sure your certification status, exam date, and any advanced echo training appear prominently on your CV and application materials.

Prepare case-based answers for clinical interviews

Expect interviewers to present complex intraoperative scenarios, such as managing a patient with severe aortic stenosis crashing on cardiopulmonary bypass. Practice talking through your decision-making process out loud, referencing hemodynamic goals and your reasoning for each intervention.

Negotiate call burden alongside base compensation

Cardiac anesthesiology contracts vary widely on overnight and weekend call expectations. During offer discussions, clarify the number of cardiac call nights per month, emergency case frequency, and whether call compensation is built into the base or paid separately before you sign.

Cardiac Anesthesiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most cardiac anesthesiologists?

Society for Pediatric Anesthesia, Somnia, and 77 Consultants are hiring the most cardiac anesthesiologists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and large regional health systems tend to post the highest volume of these specialized roles.

How many cardiac anesthesiologist jobs are remote?

About 13% of cardiac anesthesiologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of the specialty. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are administrative leadership roles, telemedicine preoperative assessment, and academic teaching or consulting positions.

How do you become a cardiac anesthesiologist?

You complete a four-year MD or DO program, followed by a one-year clinical internship and a four-year ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency. After residency, you complete a one-year cardiac anesthesiology fellowship, obtain board certification through the American Board of Anesthesiology, and secure state licensure before practicing independently in cardiac cases.

How do you get hired as a cardiac anesthesiologist with limited experience?

Candidates early in their career should apply to roles at teaching hospitals that explicitly seek fellowship-trained anesthesiologists without requiring years of post-fellowship practice. Demonstrating strong TEE skills, familiarity with cardiopulmonary bypass management, and a willingness to take overnight cardiac call positions you competitively against more experienced applicants at institutions building out their cardiac programs.

What does the cardiac anesthesiologist interview process look like?

Most programs begin with a phone or video screening with the department chief or recruiter, followed by an on-site day that includes case-based clinical discussions, a facility tour, and meetings with cardiac surgeons and department leadership. Some academic centers add a formal presentation or grand rounds component. Expect detailed questions about TEE interpretation, bypass management, and how you handle intraoperative hemodynamic crises.

Where can I find and apply to cardiac anesthesiologist jobs?

You can find and apply to cardiac anesthesiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your subspecialty training and experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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