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Anesthesiologist

Fort Worth, Texas

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Precision. Partnership. Purpose.

In anesthesia, every moment matters. Our teams—comprised of board-certified anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs)—deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care across a wide range of surgical specialties. We follow evidence-based protocols focused on relieving pain, accelerating recovery, and optimizing outcomes throughout the perioperative experience.

With 600+ clinicians across 35+ programs nationwide, we combine the agility of local practice with the strength of a national platform—ensuring every patient receives care that’s both personal and uncompromising.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000089

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Anesthesiology

Join Our Fort Worth, Texas, Team as an Anesthesiologist – A Role Designed for You

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Ft. Worth—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join our close-knit team of 20 physicians and 60 CRNAs at John Peter Smith Hospital.
We foster close collaboration with our CRNA colleagues, ensuring we collectively provide the highest standard of anesthesia care for the Fort Worth community.
Level 1 Trauma Center certified in stroke, heart attack, sepsis, and delirium care, we care for more than a million patients each year.
John Peter Smith Hospital was named #1 hospital in the US by Washington Monthly

Qualifications:

Board-certified/eligible in anesthesia.
New graduates, residents, and fellows are welcome to apply.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

Opportunities to earn additional compensation if you work over and beyond normal working schedule.
Two positions available:
- This position will offer a strong base salary for ASC work + an annual stipend when Medical Director duties are assigned.
- The main OR position will have in-house night and weekend shifts at Q5-6, with compensatory time off from day work. Average work hours/week in the 45-50 hr. range, including the night and weekend shifts. Physicians primarily work 10–12-hour shifts.
Backup home call Q5-6 with very low call back rate. This happens approx. one time per year.
Additional compensation paid for shifts picked up over and beyond your normal working schedule.
Leadership and growth opportunities available for those interested.

Key Responsibilities:

We have 13 operating rooms, 3 OB suites, 3 GI suites, and 5 ORs in the ASC.
Specialized chiefs oversee obstetrics, trauma, and cardiac care, and pain services ensuring that our patients receive the highest level of expertise.
Academic appointment with TCU available, if desired.

Living and Working in Fort Worth:

Fort Worth, Texas, is a great place to live due to its unique blend of vibrant cultural offerings, including world-class museums, a thriving music scene, a strong sense of community, and a lower cost of living than many other major cities. The city also boasts diverse outdoor activities, from the Fort Worth Nature Center to the iconic Stockyards, making it an appealing and well-rounded destination for residents.

Compensation and Additional Benefits:

Well-rounded compensation package up to $525K with the ability to work additional shifts for additional pay.
Generous 9 weeks scheduled time off.
Full benefits offered, new 401k plan with increased matching, CME/wellness reimbursements plus dues and licenses covered by Sound, commencement bonus, and malpractice and tail.
Sign-on bonus and relocation available.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact—because excellence is non-negotiable.
Collaboration:

You’re part of a relationship-based team where anesthesiologists and CRNAs work side-by-side, valuing each other’s expertise and building trust through shared decision-making.
Accountability:

You lead with quiet confidence—owning your role, shaping perioperative strategy, and driving performance across surgical workflows.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and calm leadership to complex cases, balancing clinical precision with genuine care for patients and colleagues.

Career Path

Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership

Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.

Hear from our team

“Putting the right people in place with the right culture and shared values has made this a place where I wake up every day, and I want to go to work.”

David Brouhard, MD
Chief Anesthesiologist
“Sound gives me the support network and resources to make decisions that are right for my hospital and my community.”

Irving Ward, MD
Chief Anesthesiologist
“Leadership development is built into Sound. We encourage our anesthesiologists and CRNAs to grow through programs like Emerging Leaders and our Medical Director Summit.”

Jaspreet Singh, MD
Regional Medical Director