General | Anesthesiologist

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – General Anesthesia | San Francisco, CA 

Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA — 26-week travel contract (June 15, 2026–Dec 14, 2026). Board Certified/Eligible anesthesiologist with EPIC experience sought for hospital ORs and ambulatory surgery centers across the San Francisco Bay Area.

Advance your anesthesiology career with a high-pay locum tenens opportunity in San Francisco, CA (ZIP 94158). Join a collaborative perioperative team covering hospital operating rooms and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) across the Bay Area. This 26-week assignment offers competitive weekly pay ($13,210–$13,920), exposure to high-acuity cases, and the chance to work in one of California’s most vibrant cities with waterfront views, cultural attractions, and diverse neighborhoods.

Job Details – Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist (San Francisco, CA)

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $13,210 - $13,920
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens / Travel Anesthesiologist
• Contract Length: 26 weeks (June 15, 2026 – December 14, 2026)
• Shifts Per Week: 4
• Shift Duration: 10-hour days (07:00 – 17:00)
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Practice Setting: Hospital Operating Room and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ORs and ASCs)
• Patient Population: Adults and adolescents (13+ years)
• Location: San Francisco, CA 94158 — easy access to public transit, waterfront parks, and renowned dining
• Keywords: Anesthesiologist jobs San Francisco, California anesthesiology jobs, locum tenens physician, travel anesthesiologist

Job Requirements – Anesthesiologist (Qualifications)

• Minimum 2 years of recent anesthesiology experience, preferably at tertiary care centers or high-acuity hospital ORs
• Board Certified in Anesthesiology (Board Eligible considered if fellowship trained)
• Active California State Medical License required
• Valid DEA license with Schedule 2/2n
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in the operating room; experience supervising or collaborating with CRNAs preferred
• EPIC EMR experience required (EPIC charting, perioperative documentation)
• COVID-19 vaccine and booster required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Regional anesthesia skills strongly preferred (regional blocks, peripheral nerve blocks), but not required

Responsibilities – Perioperative Care and Anesthesia

• Provide safe, effective anesthesia care for a broad mix of general and regional surgical cases (excluding cardiac, liver transplant, and neuro cases)
• Float between sister facilities across San Francisco and the Bay Area, covering both high-acuity inpatient centers and ambulatory surgery centers
• Work independently in the operating room and occasionally supervise or collaborate with CRNAs and anesthesia care teams
• Deliver comprehensive perioperative care to adults and adolescents, including pre-op assessment, intraoperative management, and post-anesthesia recovery coordination
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EPIC EMR to support clinical continuity, billing, and compliance
• Collaborate with surgeons, nursing, and ancillary staff to optimize patient outcomes, OR throughput, and on-time starts
• Ensure compliance with credentialing, privileging, and hospital policies for locum tenens physicians

Why Join This Locum Tenens Opportunity in San Francisco?

• Gain diverse clinical experience across hospital ORs and ASCs — ideal for anesthesiologists looking to expand their case mix and build a strong locum tenens CV
• Competitive weekly pay for locum tenens roles in San Francisco and the Bay Area
• Work in a supportive perioperative team with exposure to tertiary-care workflows and EPIC EMR systems
• Explore San Francisco — convenient public transit, waterfront views, world-class dining, and cultural attractions
• Flexible locum tenens schedule that supports work-life balance for travel anesthesiologists

This is an excellent locum tenens position for experienced anesthesiologists seeking a dynamic assignment in San Francisco, CA. If you are a skilled anesthesia provider with strong clinical judgment, EPIC experience, and flexibility to float between sites, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this locum tenens anesthesiologist role in San Francisco, CA — submit your CV or contact our locum tenens recruitment team to discuss this travel anesthesiologist opportunity and next steps.

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.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com.

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.