Big City Life, Smarter Schedule ---
Practice Just Minutes from Manhattan
Jersey City Medical Center, part of RWJBarnabas Health, is seeking a General Anesthesiologist to join its collaborative and well-established team. With a flexible peel-based call model, a diverse and rewarding case mix, and the benefit of in-house nocturnist coverage, this role provides the perfect balance of earning potential, lifestyle, and professional satisfaction---all with unmatched access to New York City, but without the NYC price tag. Whether you're drawn to world-class dining, craft coffee, live music, or weekend escapes, Jersey City offers a vibrant, authentic urban vibe---just a subway stop away from the heart of Manhattan.
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Position Highlights:
- Flexible Schedule & Protected Call Structure:
o Up to 5 in-house calls/month via a peel structure
o Overnight burden often reduced due to full-time nocturnist coverage
o Daytime shifts and case assignments built to support long-term sustainability
- Exceptional Compensation Package:
o Base salary: $600,000
o High additional earning potential -- One extra shift per week can add $180,000--$200,000+ annually
o 8 weeks of paid vacation
o $4,000 annual CME allowance
o Full coverage of licensure, DEA, and credentialing fees
o Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and malpractice with tail
o Generous sign-on bonus
- Supportive, Collegial Work Culture:
o Strong departmental culture built on respect, relationships, and teamwork
o Work closely with experienced CRNAs in a collaborative care model
o Department leadership committed to transparency, balance, and physician well-being
- Engaging, Varied Clinical Practice:
o Broad case mix including general surgery, OB, orthopedics, vascular, and more
o Work across main ORs and a busy Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
o Cardiac anesthesiology is covered by a separate, dedicated cardiac team
o Modern facilities, efficient workflows, and excellent perioperative support
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NYC Access Without NYC Stress
Live steps away from everything New York has to offer---Broadway shows, rooftop dinners, Central Park strolls, and world-class museums---while enjoying more space, affordability, and convenience in vibrant Jersey City. The area boasts an amazing food scene, dynamic neighborhoods, and a growing community of professionals who want city life on their terms. This is an ideal position for physicians who want to be professionally challenged, well-compensated, and still have time and freedom to enjoy life.
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Qualifications:
- M.D. or D.O.; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
- Eligible for unrestricted medical license in New Jersey
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Capable of supervising CRNAs and providing comprehensive general anesthesia care
- Interest in a supportive, high-performance environment
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Let's Talk --- Your Next Chapter Starts Here
For more information, please contact us directly at MICHAEL.CAVALLO@rwjbh.org.