Nurse Practitioner​/Anesthesiology​/California​/Locum Tenens​/SurgicalIntensivist Opportuni

We are seeking to fill a Surgical Intensivist role with a provider who is interested in shaping the future of medical professionals while delivering exceptional patient care to the nation’s veterans.

• Supervise/educate residents and Nurse Practitioners, providing both one‑on‑one instruction and lectures.
• Perform necessary medical services/supervise treatment to ensure appropriate care.
• Serve as the recognized primary critical care provider for patients, maintaining physical presence for immediate diagnosis and treatment of emergencies.
• Provide indicated postoperative critical care.
• Participate in clinical and/or laboratory research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in critical care.
• Partner with the Department of Anesthesiology – Engage in quality improvement activities, fostering innovation and evidence‑based practices within the ICU.
• Collaborate with perioperative care departments including Surgery, Nursing, Pharmacy, Pathology, Logistics, and other relevant areas.
• Attend and contribute to departmental, organizational, administrative, and medical staff committee meetings.
• Develop and implement ICU policies and procedures in coordination with the Service Chief of Anesthesiology.

Schedule is variable and depends upon OR needs

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license
• Must have completed residency in an accredited core specialty
• Must have completed or be in the process of completing SI Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible

• Salary Range: $348,000-$400,000
• PTO: 50?55 days of PTO annually (26/13 days of annual/sick leave, 11 holidays,)
• Malpractice:
  Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, TSP (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits
• Up to $1,000 or more annually and up to 5 days paid absence for CME
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Service without strings:
  No employment contracts or restrictive covenants.
• Opportunity for faculty appointment at UCLA Geffen School of Medicine