Per Diem CRNA

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Per Diem CRNA, you will provide a safe anesthetic experience for patients at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma. This is an opportunity for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to join the team in the Department of Anesthesiology at our tertiary care, Level II Trauma center. This position will provide care in our downtown Tacoma location, St. Joseph Medical Center, and our outpatient surgery center which is onsite. This is a 100% Medical Direction model. Every day, you will be responsible for meeting established surgical standards and managing anesthesia supplies and equipment in the Operating Room. You will also promote teamwork with Operating Room personnel, physicians, and other departments. To be successful in your role, you will provide safe general and regional anesthetic experiences for assigned patients in an Anesthesia Care Team model. You will demonstrate exceptional expertise in anesthesia administration and management, ensure rigorous adherence to Surgical Standards and Recommended Practices, and proactively foster teamwork within the Operating Room and across departments to achieve optimal patient outcomes and efficient surgical operations. Hospital-employed position Anesthesia care team model with Anesthesiologists providing medical direction Tertiary care, Level II Trauma Center Diverse caseload, including complex vascular, thoracic, acute care surgery, surgical oncology, orthopedic, ENT, Gyn, interventional pulmonary, GI, and high-risk OB. There is no pediatrics and no open heart cases for this position. Available shifts include 7am-5pm (10 hrs) or 7am-7pm (12 hrs). Job Requirements Required Current Washington State Registered Nurse License and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License Current Certification as a CRNA through the National Board of Certification & Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice Strong knowledge of current anesthesia practices and procedures Aptitude for detail and strong organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to respond appropriately in stressful or emergent situations Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr Franciscan Medical Group