Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

We are seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Alaska, starting on Sep 8, 2025. This role involves independent practice in a critical access facility, encompassing a variety of surgical specialties and patient care levels. The schedule includes 9-week blocks with day shifts from Tuesday to Friday and on-call responsibilities.
Job Details

• Location: Alaska
• Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2025
• LOA: 90 days
• Provider Type Needed: Anesthesiology Nurse Anesthetist
• Schedule:
• In-house 10hr day shift: Tuesday - Friday - 07:00-17:00
• At-home 14hr call shift: Tuesday - Friday - 17:00 - 07:00
• At-home 24hr call shift: Sat/Sun/Mon - 07:00-07:00

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative anesthesia care independently.
• Provide sedation, general anesthesia, and regional blocks, including epidurals.
• Handle cases across various disciplines such as General Surgery, Endoscopy, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Dental, and ENT.
• Care for healthy pediatric and obstetric populations.
• Participate in on-call rotations, providing coverage and managing callbacks effectively.

Additional Information

• Required certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Minimum 2 years of experience with a preference for candidates who have OB/Peds experience and a background in independent practice settings.
• Must be licensed to practice in Alaska.
• Familiarity with the Epic EMR system.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.