Job Description
Join our dedicated team as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist providing essential services at a critical access hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of anesthesia procedures, supporting a diverse inpatient population. The schedule includes standard weekday hours with call responsibilities, offering an engaging and dynamic work environment.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital (Inpatient)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM; call requirements include evenings and weekends
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Location: Ketchikan, AK
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Administer anesthesia for various surgical procedures including general surgery, endoscopies, joint surgeries, and emergency cesarean sections.
- Provide anesthesia care for pediatric patients in dental, ENT, and orthopedic surgeries.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, obstetricians, and emergency department physicians, to ensure optimal patient care.
- Fulfill call obligations with flexibility, maintaining readiness to respond to immediate anesthetic needs.
Qualifications
- Active Alaska state license required.
- Must have current ACLS certification.
- Proficiency in EPIC EMR systems.
- Prior clinical activity within the last 24 months evidenced by case logs.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Evening and weekend call rotation, currently on a 2 on/2 off basis.
Skills
- Expertise in anesthesia procedures for a wide range of specialties.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle varying patient caseloads efficiently.
- Skilled in managing critical care anesthesia scenarios and emergency situations.
