Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Locums - Marion, North Carolina CRNA Opportunity

Clinical Role

Join a collaborative anesthesia team at a community acute care hospital providing a broad mix of surgical and obstetrical anesthesia services. This six-month locums opportunity is ideal for experienced CRNAs who are comfortable practicing autonomously, including solo call coverage, while working within a supportive care team model.

Assignment Details

• Start Date: July 15, 2026
• Assignment Length: 6 months

Position Highlights

• Six-month locums assignment
• Mix of 8-, 10-, and 12-hour weekday shifts
• Care team model with physician support during scheduled hours
• Solo provider during call coverage
• Broad case mix including obstetrics
• On-site orientation provided
• Autonomous practice environment

Schedule & Coverage

• Monday - Friday: Mixture of 8-, 10-, and 12-hour in-house shifts
• Weeknight Call: 5:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Weekend Call: 7:00 AM Saturday - 7:00 AM Monday
• Call rotation: 1:4 as either primary or secondary call
• Call is required
• Primary call experiences a greater than 50% callback rate , primarily for add-on surgical cases and overnight epidural placements

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Setting: Acute care hospital

Facility Information:

• 30 inpatient beds
• Approximately 150 anesthesia cases per month
• Approximately 200 deliveries annually

Responsibilities Include:

• Administer anesthesia for a variety of surgical procedures
• Provide obstetrical anesthesia, including epidural placement
• Independently manage anesthesia care while on solo call
• Perform preoperative evaluations and postoperative assessments
• Collaborate with surgeons, obstetricians, and hospital staff
• Deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia care in an autonomous practice setting

Case Types:

• General Surgery
• Obstetrics
• Orthopedics
• Endoscopy

Support & Technology

• Care team model
• Daily staffing:
  • 1 Anesthesiologist
  • 3 CRNAs
• Physician-to-CRNA ratio: 1:3
• On-site orientation provided during the first several scheduled shifts

Requirements

• Active North Carolina medical license or Compact License that allows expedited North Carolina licensure - Required
• Experienced in Obstetrical Anesthesia - Required
• Must be comfortable practicing independently in a highly autonomous environment, including solo call - Required
• Must provide case logs demonstrating proficiency in:
  • Regional anesthesia
  • Obstetrical anesthesia
• Regional Anesthesia Course Certification - Highly Preferred

Organization & Team

• Collaborative anesthesia department
• Supportive physician and CRNA care team
• High level of provider autonomy
• Consistent surgical and obstetrical case volume
• Excellent opportunity for experienced CRNAs seeking independent practice

About Marion, North Carolina

• Location & Access: Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Marion is conveniently located along Interstate 40, just east of Asheville.
• Lifestyle & Community: A charming small town offering a relaxed pace of life, friendly residents, and a vibrant historic downtown filled with local shops and restaurants.
• Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy easy access to hiking, mountain biking, fishing, kayaking, waterfalls, and scenic drives throughout Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
• Attractions: Explore nearby Lake James, Linville Caverns, Mount Mitchell, and countless outdoor adventures in western North Carolina.
• Quality of Life: Marion offers breathtaking mountain scenery, affordable living, and an outstanding balance of professional opportunity and outdoor recreation.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage
• Weekly direct deposit
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
• Prepaid travel and lodging

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