Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Compensation: $291,200 annually for the full-time structure Schedule: Full-time or part-time options available Setting: Ambulatory ophthalmic surgery center Start: As soon as credentialing permits An Exceptional CRNA Opportunity A respected and growing ophthalmic healthcare organization in Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking a confident and clinically accomplished Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to join its ambulatory surgical team. This opportunity is designed for a CRNA who values independence, predictable scheduling, professional autonomy, and an exceptional quality of life. The selected provider will practice within an established surgical environment supported by experienced surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and administrative professionals. With annual compensation of $291,200, guaranteed hours, no weekend responsibilities, and an outstanding benefits package that includes eight weeks of paid time off, this position offers a rare combination of earning potential, stability, and work-life balance. Why This Opportunity Stands Out $291,200 annual compensation for the full-time structure Full-time and part-time scheduling options Guaranteed hours Eight weeks of paid time off Six paid holidays Company-paid professional liability coverage Company-paid life insurance Paid sick leave Annual performance review with potential compensation growth Stable ambulatory surgical environment Collaborative and experienced clinical support team Opportunity to build long-term relationships with surgeons and clinical colleagues Position Overview The CRNA will provide safe, individualized anesthesia care throughout the perioperative process in a fast-paced ambulatory ophthalmic surgical setting. This includes evaluating patients before surgery, developing appropriate anesthesia plans, administering anesthesia independently, monitoring patients throughout procedures, and supporting safe postoperative recovery. The ideal candidate will be comfortable exercising independent clinical judgment while working collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and other members of the perioperative team. Primary Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia assessments and review relevant medical histories, medications, allergies, laboratory findings, and surgical plans Identify anesthesia-related risks and develop individualized plans appropriate to each patient and procedure Explain anesthesia plans, expectations, risks, and postoperative considerations to patients Independently administer anesthesia within applicable state regulations, organizational policies, and professional standards Continuously monitor patients’ cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and physiological status throughout procedures Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition Manage airways, medications, fluids, and other anesthesia-related clinical needs Provide appropriate postoperative anesthesia and recovery support Evaluate patients for safe transfer through the phases of post-anesthesia care Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical documentation Perform required safety checks of anesthesia equipment, medications, and supplies Follow infection-prevention, medication-safety, and quality-assurance protocols Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, surgical technologists, and facility leadership Participate in continuous quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives Deliver a calm, compassionate, and reassuring experience for patients and their families Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program Current CRNA certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists Active Virginia Registered Nurse and applicable advanced-practice credentials, or the ability to obtain them Authorization to practice as a CRNA in Virginia Current BLS and ACLS certifications Strong understanding of anesthesia pharmacology, airway management, patient monitoring, and perioperative safety Ability to assess patients and make sound clinical decisions independently Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills Commitment to patient safety, clinical quality, and compassionate care Ability to function effectively in an efficient ambulatory surgical environment Preferred Qualifications Prior experience practicing independently as a CRNA Ambulatory surgery center experience Ophthalmic anesthesia experience Experience working in a high-efficiency procedural environmentStrong background in preoperative assessment, intraoperative monitoring, and postoperative care Confidence managing medically complex or higher-risk patients within an outpatient setting Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with surgeons and perioperative teams Ideal Candidate Profile The strongest candidate will be a composed, dependable, and highly capable CRNA who enjoys clinical autonomy but also values teamwork. This individual should be comfortable making independent decisions, responding calmly to changes in patient condition, and maintaining exceptional standards of safety and documentation. The organization is particularly interested in CRNAs who are: Clinically confident without being rigid Patient-centered and reassuring Highly attentive to detail Dependable and professionally accountable Comfortable in a fast-moving surgical environment Collaborative with surgeons and clinical staff Interested in a stable, long-term professional home Location Considerations This is an onsite opportunity in Roanoke, Virginia . Local candidates and professionals planning to relocate are strongly encouraged to apply. The organization may also consider an experienced CRNA who can reliably commit to a mutually agreed-upon schedule while traveling to and from the area. Relocation assistance is not currently offered. Compensation and Benefits The full-time compensation structure provides an annual salary of $291,200 . Eligible employees may also receive: Eight weeks of paid time off Six paid holidays Paid sick leave Company-paid life insurance Guaranteed hours Annual performance review Opportunity for future compensation growth Benefit eligibility may vary according to full-time or part-time status. Additional information regarding the surgical environment, scheduling structure, credentialing process, and clinical expectations will be provided during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr