CRNA Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northern Oregon

Job description

About the facility

This community hospital operates under an all-CRNA practice model, supporting a diverse surgical caseload across multiple specialties. The facility maintains organized perioperative workflows designed to support quality anesthesia care delivery within its operating room program. Locum tenens CRNA coverage is sought on an ASAP basis to address current staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.

About the facility location

The northern Oregon coast offers a range of recreational and cultural attractions suited to diverse interests. Notable destinations include Haystack Rock, Ecola State Park, and Seaside Beach, with the towns of Cannon Beach and Astoria serving as hubs for arts, dining, and outdoor activities. Clinicians on assignment may also explore the Astoria Riverfront Trolley, the Astoria-Megler Bridge spanning the Columbia River, and nearby points such as Cape Meares and Tillamook, all accessible within a short drive along the coastline.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians in this role will provide autonomous anesthesia services during day shifts within an operating room setting on 8-hour shifts. The required surgical case mix includes general, GYN, orthopedic, ENT, urology, and GI/endoscopy procedures. Proficiency in neuraxial anesthesia, peripheral nerve blocks, OB cases, and central line placement is preferred for clinicians considered for this role. Board certification and prescriptive authority are required, and no call coverage is required for this locum tenens assignment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• % Hands on: 0%
• Supervision/medical direction: Autonomous
• Staffing model: Autonomous CRNA model; 0% hands-on MD; CRNA-only; OR setting; day shift; no call required