CRNA

Position Description: Work schedule: Flexi/PRN, non-benefited Job Highlights: The UAB Division of Community Anesthesia includes a group of anesthesiologists and CRNAs that provide services to some UAB St. Vincent's facilities. The division allows busy community hospitals to use the cutting-edge, evidence-based approach to medicine found within an academic environment. These CRNAs have autonomy and enjoy a collegial working relationship with anesthesiologists and surgeons. The division's services are provided at the UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham campus, located near downtown Birmingham. The hospital and adjoining surgery centers covered by the division feature numerous surgical specialties, including a busy sports medicine orthopaedic practice, obstetric, cardiac, neuro, vascular, and general surgery, among many others. There are many opportunities to become proficient in any field of anesthesia for both new graduates and veterans, as the division provides anesthesia services for more than 50,000 procedures annually across 53 operating rooms and surgical suites. The team includes 15 anesthesiologists and more than 70 CRNAs who work together to provide the best possible care. Job Description: Provides anesthesia under the direction of an anesthesiologist for diverse surgical procedures and diagnostic tests. Participates in the clinical instruction of nurse anesthesia students. Key Responsibilities are performed under the direction of the anesthesiologists according to the policy and procedures of the Department of Anesthesiology. Position Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program. LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION: Required: • Alabama Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist license. • Current BLS certification • Current ACLS certification TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one's own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs. Disclaimer: Please Note: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee as necessitated by business demands. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or otherwise limit UAB's employment-at-will rights at any time. Employees are expected to comply with all UAB policies and procedures during their employment. UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.