Anesthesiology Faculty Physician - Ambulatory

AnesthesiologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

from $420,000

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Minnesota is seeking Ambulatory and Regional Anesthesiologists to join our growing program in Minneapolis, MN. We seek individuals with substantive experience in Ambulatory and Regional Anesthesia.

Practice Overview: Practice alongside more than 60 Anesthesiologists.

Practice at two academic ambulatory surgery centers located in Minneapolis and Maple Grove as part of a dedicated team for ambulatory anesthesia and providing anesthesia for orthopedics, plastics, ENT, general, ophthalmology, GI, gynecology, urology, and pediatrics (6 months and older).

Provide regional anesthesia for appropriate surgical cases including upper extremity, lower extremity and truncal single shot ultrasound guided regional blocks. Engage in teaching opportunities with residents and fellows, including regional and acute pain fellows.

Enjoy protected academic time to pursue educational, quality, service, or research interests. The University of Minnesota is one of the leading research institutions in the nation ranked #9 among publicly funded medical schools for NIH funding.

We offer competitive salary, signing incentives, and a comprehensive well-being program, along with generous CME benefits and time off. Excellent work-life balance with ample time out of the operating room.

About the Department

Our department is committed to eliminating pain, enhancing patient outcomes and training the next generation of anesthesiologists. We foster a culture of inquiry, where the best medical practices are established through rigorous clinical and scientific methods, as well as translational investigation. The Department of Anesthesiology has a robust clinical and basic science research program, providing a stimulating environment for academic growth.

Qualifications

Substantive regional and ambulatory anesthesia experience including healthy pediatric patients Graduate of an accredited ACGME Anesthesiology residency and Regional Anesthesiology fellowship training program Board certified or eligible with the ABA Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in Minnesota Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges Ability to work in the United States, with compliance to visa requirements, if applicable Additional Requirements: An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through University of Minnesota employment site via the following link: Anesthesiology Faculty Physician Pay and Benefits: This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota.

Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. Total annual compensation ranges from $420,000 to $575,000, inclusive of base pay plus expected incentive pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired. M Physicians provides the following benefits: Substantial 401K employer contribution. Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.

Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees. Malpractice insurance coverage. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.

M Health and Clinical Partnerships Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system.

This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine.

The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals. Community Information We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport.

If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

Explore Minnesota Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area #UMP University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine.

Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond. Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Company Overview: At University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), we are on a mission to deliver exceptional patient care, advance medicine through research, and train the next generation of health professionals.

M Physicians is the multi-specialty group practice for the University of Minnesota Medical School faculty clinicians, community-practice clinicians, advanced practice providers, and healthcare professionals.

We serve the land grant mission of the University by providing high quality specialty and primary care, innovative and leading-edge cures and treatments, and access to the latest evidence-based care to patients across the state of Minnesota and beyond.

Employment Update: As an organization deeply rooted in our community, it’s our responsibility to protect the wellbeing of our teams, provide a safe and healthy environment for those we serve, and to set an example for our neighbors. We take our obligation to care for our patients seriously.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide ambulatory and regional anesthesia services across various surgical specialties at academic surgery centers. Engage in teaching residents and fellows while pursuing academic interests in research, quality, or service.

Requirements

Requires completion of an ACGME Anesthesiology residency and a Regional Anesthesiology fellowship. Candidates must be ABA board certified or eligible and possess or be able to obtain Minnesota medical licensure and DEA certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Pediatric AnesthesiaClinical TeachingAcademic ResearchAcute Pain Management

Anesthesiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 44 active Anesthesiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 70% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$498k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $505k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Anesthesiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Anesthesiology Faculty Physician - Ambulatory at University of Minnesota Physicians a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Anesthesiology — ranked against 770 active Anesthesiology listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Anesthesiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 770 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Maple Grove

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$380k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,251/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About University of Minnesota Physicians

Hospitals and Health Care
Minneapolis, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Substantial 401K Employer Contribution
Well-being Program
CME Allowance
License and DEA Fee Coverage
Malpractice Insurance