CRNA Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Auburn, NY

Job description

About the facility

This busy hospital serves the community with comprehensive anesthesia services across multiple specialties including general surgery, orthopedics, and obstetrics. The facility maintains 24/7 OB coverage and operates under a medical direction model with structured supervision protocols. The hospital provides a full range of surgical services while excluding major cardiac and trauma cases.

About the facility location

Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, Auburn, NY offers a blend of smalltown charm and rich historical significance. The area is known for its scenic lakes, vibrant arts community, and landmarks tied to Harriet Tubman and William H. Seward. With easy access to wineries, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions, Auburn provides a welcoming environment and a relaxed pace of life while still offering plenty to explore yearround.

About the clinician's workday

The CRNA position involves providing anesthesia services Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for a general anesthesia case mix typical of a community hospital setting. Case types include general surgery, orthopedics, ENT, urology, endoscopy, GI procedures, and OB epidurals, with limited pediatric cases involving primarily older children. Board certification is required, and call coverage includes optional weekday backup calls and weekend coverage with 30-minute response time from hotel. The role operates under medical direction with CRNAs performing general, regional, and MAC cases while MDs provide supervision for higher-acuity cases.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume
• Support staff: MDs providing supervision and CRNAs performing general, regional, and MAC cases
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• % Hands on: 100%
• Supervision/medical direction: Supervision