Anesthesiology Faculty Physician - Chronic Pain

Anesthesiology Faculty Physician - Chronic Pain

MinneapolisPosted 9d agoattending physician
$420,000 – $575,000Listed on official posting
SalaryDr Signal$535,000 physician-reported median · 163 recent reports
AnesthesiologyFull-timeExcellent work-life balance with ample time out of the operating room

Overview

Location
Minneapolis
Schedule
Excellent work-life balance with ample time out of the operating room
Employer-listed pay
$420,000 – $575,000

Listed on official posting

Practice
Academic medical center (University of Minnesota Medical Center) and affiliated sites across Minneapolis-St. Paul region · Academic Medical Center

Role summary

The University of Minnesota Department of Anesthesiology seeks ABA board-certified/eligible anesthesiologists for a 50% Anesthesiology and 50% Chronic Pain faculty position in Minneapolis with practice locations across Minneapolis-St. Paul. The role offers academic appointment with teaching and research opportunities, competitive compensation ($420,000–$575,000), excellent work-life balance, and robust benefits including 401(k) match, CME support, and malpractice coverage.

What the posting highlights

  • Academic medical center with teaching responsibilities and collegial department atmosphere
  • Patient population: Diverse perioperative and chronic pain patients
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Posted pay$420k–$575k
Physician-reported total comp$470k–$614k · $535k median
$397kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$638k

One shared annual scale compares the source-listed range with what 163 physicians report earning (national cohort). Reported figures are total compensation; posted ranges are often base salary, so this comparison can read low.

Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$420,000 – $575,000
Pay context
Listed on official posting
Evidence
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 qualifi
Observed
1 wk ago
Compensation model
Total annual compensation ranges from $420,000 to $575,000, inclusive of base pay plus expected incentive pay commensurate with experience and qualifications. Clinical salary aligned with clinical effort provided through M Physicians; academic salary dependent upon academic effort from University of Minnesota.
Bonus / incentives
Expected incentive pay commensurate with experience and qualifications · Included in total compensation range of $420,000 to $575,000

Benefits named in the posting

  • Substantial 401(k) employer contribution
  • Well-being program with annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services
  • CME, license, board certification, and DEA fee allowance
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Pay in context

Minneapolis

Employer-posted pay shown next to what physicians report earning — compared, never blended, never scored one against the other.

Employer-posted pay
$420k - $575k/yr
Midpoint $497,500 · listed on official posting
Physician-reported median
$535k
163 physician reports · national cohort · total comp
Posted pay$420k–$575k
Physician-reported total comp$470k–$614k · $535k median
$397kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$638k

Reported pay is SalaryDr community data — total compensation, shown separately from the employer-posted range, which is often base salary only. We don't score one against the other because they measure different things.

Next steps

Employer

University of Minnesota Physicians

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Facility & Community

Minneapolis
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Facility
Academic Medical Center
Market
National
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Facility details
Practice setting
Academic medical center (University of Minnesota Medical Center) and affiliated sites across Minneapolis-St. Paul region
Facility type
Academic Medical Center
Patient population
Diverse perioperative and chronic pain patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
National
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Academic medical center (University of Minnesota Medical Center) and affiliated sites across Minneapolis-St. Paul region

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $420,000–$575,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • Posted pay is ≈7% below the reported national median — what does realistic year-2 or year-3 total compensation look like here?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Excellent work-life balance with ample time out of the operating room
Coverage model
Academic medical center with teaching responsibilities and collegial department atmosphere
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes
Supervises APPs
No

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
Listed on official posting
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
78%

Full description

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Minnesota is seeking ABA board-certified/eligible Anesthesiologists to join our growing program in Minneapolis, MN (additional practice locations include Maple Grove, Wyoming, and Burnsville). This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment, managing diverse conditions in an innovative academic setting. This position will be 50% Anesthesiology and 50% Chronic Pain. Practice Overview Our department boasts a collegial atmosphere, comprised of over 60 dedicated Anesthesiologists with training in all subspecialty areas providing care across the entire spectrum of modern perioperative medicine. Practice at the prestigious University of Minnesota Medical Center and affiliated sites across Minneapolis-St. Paul, a metropolitan area with population exceeding 3 million. The department offers a strong family and team environment, commitment to clinical excellence, and outstanding training for our 40 residents, 10 fellows, and medical students. 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 public funded medical schools for NIH funding. We are committed to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusiveness, and equal opportunity, and we are looking for candidates interested in contributing to these efforts. Excellent work-life balance with ample time out of the operating room. Robust benefits package with substantial 401K employer contribution, generous time off, CME, well-being allowance & more. 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. 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 . Qualifications Graduate of an accredited ACGME Anesthesiology residency. 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. 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 M Health and Clinical Partnerships University of Minnesota Physicians providers practice at affiliated locations under the University of Minnesota Health (M Health) shared care delivery system. M Health represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to create a nationally renowned 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. www.mhealth.org The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. www.umn.edu 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 1,500 physicians, 500 advanced practice providers, and 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.