Why Anesthesiologists Choose NAPA
What You'll Experience at Kaiser Permanente
Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a diverse anesthesia practice when you join the NAPA team at Kaiser Permanente in one of California’s most desirable and accessible regions.
- Practice full-scope anesthesia in well-supported hospital and ASC environments with a diverse case mix including General Surgery, Ortho, OB, ENT, Urology, and more
- Earn $325 per hour as a 1099 independent contractor with flexible scheduling, predictable shifts, and full control of your workload
- Join a collaborative, patient-centered anesthesia team backed by a nationally recognized organization committed to quality and safety
- Enjoy California’s Central Valley lifestyle—affordable living, family-friendly communities, and easy access to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Monterey, the Bay Area, and Sacramento
Our Value to You
Diverse Case Mix
Enjoy predictable workflow and efficient ORs with diverse cases—including General Surgery, Ortho, OB, ENT, Urology, and outpatient procedures—across hospital and ASC environments.
Flexibility & Autonomy
Set your own schedule with flexible shift options, supplemental coverage opportunities, and control over your workload. Work in well supported teams while giving you the independence you want as a 1099 contractor.
Quality & Support
Partner with NAPA, a nationally recognized anesthesia organization focused on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. Enjoy strong clinical leadership and streamlined systems that let you focus on delivering care—not administrative tasks.
Featured Job
Anesthesiologist – Kaiser Permanente – 1099
If you’re seeking flexibility, autonomy and consistency in a desirable California region, this opportunity delivers exactly that.
We are seeking Anesthesiologists for 1099 independent contractor opportunities across multiple facilities in California’s Central Valley. These sites include a mix of hospital and ambulatory surgery center environments that offer reliable case volume, efficient OR workflows and strong clinical support. Providers will engage in a broad case mix including general surgery, orthopedics, OB, urology, ENT and outpatient surgery. You’ll experience rewarding clinical challenges and strong work-life balance, along with an active lifestyle, family-friendly community and proximity to larger urban centers.
Join an experienced, collaborative anesthesia team that is supported by a nationally recognized anesthesia organization committed to quality, patient safety and operational excellence.
Shifts
- Flexible scheduling options
- Opportunities for supplemental coverage or longer-term 1099 engagement
- Predictable schedules across hospital and ASC settings
Team Highlights
- Team-oriented, patient-focused and collaborative anesthesia care teams
- Strong clinical leadership and operational support
- Commitment to continuous improvement and best practices
- Exposure to a variety of practice settings within a defined geographic region
Requirements
- M.D. or D.O. from an accredited College of Medicine
- Completion of an approved anesthesia residency program
- Current, unrestricted physician license
- ECFMG and FLEX (if applicable)
- Ability to provide Articles of Incorporation
- Active medical malpractice coverage
Enjoy California’s Central Valley Lifestyle
This region offers a high quality of life with a balanced pace—ideal for providers who want access to amenities without the congestion or cost of major metropolitan areas.
- Conveniently located near the Bay Area and Sacramento
- Easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and water activities at nearby Yosemite Park, Lake Tahoe or Monterey
- California compensation without the high Bay Area housing costs
- A rich mix of diverse dining, cultural events and community-focused neighborhoods
- Easy travel access to major airports and regional destinations
- Ideal, commuter-friendly location
Total Rewards
- 1099 / Independent Contractor arrangement
- $325 per hour
- Flexible scheduling and workload control
- Strong clinical and administrative support
Meet Kareem Jones, Sr. Clinical Recruiter at NAPA
I’d love to invite you to a short 15-minute conversation to explore anesthesia career opportunities at Kaiser Permanente in Central Valley, CA. Our team is built on collaboration, respect and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care. If you’re looking for the flexibility of 1099, this is a great chance to learn about our team and what makes Central Valley, CA a great place to live and work.
Schedule 15 minutes
Join a Trusted Leader
Practice anesthesia within Kaiser Permanente’s integrated, team‑based model where OR efficiency, predictable workflows, and strong clinical infrastructure support high‑quality perioperative care. Anesthesiologists collaborate closely with surgeons, CRNAs, and perioperative teams inside a system nationally recognized for safety, consistency, and evidence‑based practice—creating an environment where you can focus on delivering excellent anesthesia care.
As part of NAPA, you gain the stability of the nation’s leading anesthesia organization, along with the professional autonomy and support that anesthesiologists value most. NAPA provides streamlined onboarding, strong clinical governance, and robust operational resources that reduce administrative burden and allow you to practice at the top of your license. With dedicated leadership, collaborative culture, and access to best‑practice protocols across a large national network, you benefit from an environment designed to elevate your practice, enhance efficiency, and ensure you feel supported every day in the OR.
