Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

• Job Title: Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• Job Type: Locum Tenens.
• Location: Altoona, PA.
• Service Setting: Hospital (Main OR, Offsite ASC).
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only.
• Coverage Period: 08/04/2025 - Ongoing.
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 4x10 or 5x8 hour shifts; 12-20 shifts/month preferred.

COVERAGE DATES:

• Start date August 4, 2025.
• Ongoing need due to team growth.

PATIENT INFORMATION:

• Patient Demographics: Adult and pediatric cases.
• Patient Volume/Census: 3–7 cases per day (main OR).
• Phone Consults: No.
• Case Mix: General surgery, OB, cardiac (EP), neuro, thoracic, trauma, vascular, ortho, ENT, IR/CT/bronch, plastics, urology, GI, robotics.

FACILITY INFORMATION:

• No. of Beds in Department: 380.
• Trauma Level: Level III.
• EMR System: Cerner.
• Office Equipment Available: Anesthesia equipment, OR and ASC setup.
• Specialty Backup Available: Full CRNA team and MDs.
• Support Staff Available: OR staff, anesthesia techs, nursing support.
• Reason for Coverage: Team Growth.

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE:

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes.
• Temporary Privileges Available: No (Full Privileges).
• Credentialing Timeline: 90 days.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

• All core CRNA functions across full surgical spectrum.
• EP cases (locums may cover; perm staff cover cardiac cases).

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Licenses: Active Pennsylvania license required.
• Board: Board Certified CRNA.
• DEA: Not required.
• Certifications: ACLS.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in specialty.
• Other Qualifications: Ability to work independently and across a wide case mix.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide anesthesia services across 17 OR sites and offsite ASC.
• Manage 3–7 surgical cases per day.
• Cover full range of anesthesia services excluding major cardiac.
• Participate in high-acuity and multi-disciplinary surgical environments.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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