Job Description

Description

. This is a contract, on-site position within the medical practice industry, offering a unique opportunity to provide essential anesthesia care in a dynamic clinical environment.

As a Locum AA or CRNA, you will deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia services across a variety of surgical and procedural cases. Working alongside anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff, you will play a critical role in patient assessment, anesthesia administration, and perioperative monitoring to ensure optimal outcomes for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical and medical procedures
• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and evaluate patient medical histories
• Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans
• Monitor patients' vital signs and physiological responses during anesthesia
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and clinical teams
• Manage airway and respiratory support throughout procedures
• Document anesthesia records accurately and in a timely manner
• Respond to intraoperative emergencies and adjust anesthesia as needed
• Provide post-anesthesia care and monitor patient recovery
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and clinical standards
• Educate patients and families on anesthesia procedures and expectations
• Maintain anesthesia equipment and report any malfunctions

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Anesthesiology or a related field
• Current certification as an Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA) or CRNA
• Valid state licensure to practice in Missouri
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia techniques and pharmacology
• Experience in perioperative and intraoperative patient monitoring
• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
• Preferred: Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Preferred: Prior locum or contract-based clinical experience

Level I Pediatric Trauma Center

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10-hour shifts

No weekends

Duties: Complete pre- and post-anesthesia evaluations, administer anesthesia, monitor patients, and manage recovery

Required Procedures: Anesthesia induction, intubation, CPR, and emergency airway management

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses

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