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Chair, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine

City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center

January 27, 2026
City of Hope—an NCI‑designated comprehensive cancer center renowned for compassionate care, scientific innovation, and clinical excellence—seeks a visionary Chair of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine to lead a high‑performing department across our Duarte and Irvine campuses.

Join a mission‑driven institution dedicated to curing cancer and advancing human health. You will lead a team of Physicians and CRNAs, shaping strategic direction, operational performance, and perioperative quality across a high‑acuity oncology enterprise.

Key Leadership Responsibilities

Strategic & Clinical Leadership

Provide executive oversight for Perioperative Services and OR management.
Elevate quality, safety, and reliability across the perioperative continuum.
Build a collaborative, high‑trust culture aligned with City of Hope’s values:
Compassion • Service • Integrity • Excellence • Collaboration.

Clinical Operations & Workforce Optimization

Oversee daily operations for two campuses.
Optimize anesthesiology staffing models for inpatient and outpatient ORs.
Improve scheduling, case mix, room utilization, and throughput.
Recruit, retain, and mentor anesthesiology faculty and CRNAs.

CRNA Team Collaboration

Strengthen MD–CRNA team-based practice with clear scopes and shared goals.
Support CRNA development and workforce planning.

Quality, Safety, and Growth

Lead initiatives to enhance safety, access, and patient experience.
Apply OR performance metrics to drive operational excellence.
Translate anesthesiology market trends into actionable strategy.

 Qualifications

MD or DO, Board‑Certified in Anesthesiology; California licensure eligible.
Proven leadership in a complex, high‑acuity perioperative environment.
Expertise in OR staffing, scheduling, productivity, and throughput.
Experience collaborating with and leading CRNAs.
Strong recruitment, retention, and team‑building track record.
Deep understanding of anesthesiology marketplace dynamics.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $450,000–$850,000, plus leadership incentive program.
Comprehensive benefits, generous retirement contributions, and relocation assistance.

Why City of Hope?

Join a nationally recognized institution where every role contributes to saving lives and advancing scientific breakthroughs. Enjoy a collaborative culture, cutting‑edge technology, and the quality of life that comes with living in Southern California.

Apply here:
Physician Leader | Chair, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine | NMC Duarte, CA

For confidential inquiries: Jacqui Paris – [email protected]