CRNA Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Newport News, Virginia

Job description

About the facility

This hospital maintains an organized operating room program with established perioperative workflows designed to support quality anesthesia care delivery across multiple surgical specialties. The facility operates under a medically directed care team model with MDs supervising CRNAs at a 1:4 ratio, supporting a broad range of surgical services including general surgery, neurological, orthopedic, obstetric, urology, gynecology, ophthalmology, and endoscopic procedures. Ongoing CRNA coverage is sought to address current staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.

About the facility location

Newport News offers a range of attractions suited to diverse interests. Cultural and historical destinations include the USS Monitor Center at The Mariners' Museum, which houses preserved remains of a Civil War ironclad, and sites dedicated to the area's African American heritage through museums, historic locations, and public art. Outdoor recreation opportunities are available at Huntington Beach and Huntington Park, and shopping options can be found at Patrick Henry Mall.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians in this role will provide anesthesia services under a physician supervision model during day shifts within an operating room setting, with shift options of 8, 10, 12, and 24 hours beginning at 7:00 AM. The surgical case mix includes general, neurological, orthopedic, obstetric, urology, gynecology, ophthalmology, and endoscopy procedures, serving patients across all age groups. The staffing model consists of MDs supervising CRNAs at a 1:4 ratio, with call coverage required as part of this assignment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: MDs
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• % Hands on: 100%
• Supervision/medical direction: Supervision
• Staffing model: MD supervised CRNA 1:4 ratio; 100% hands-on MD; OR setting; day shift; call required