Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
About The Position
Vail Health has become the world's most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here . Are you a skilled and compassionate CRNA looking for the perfect balance of meaningful clinical work and an unbeatable mountain lifestyle? Join Vail Health , a nationally recognized, independent health system nestled in the heart of Colorado's Rockies. We're currently seeking a CRNA to deliver high-quality, patient-centered anesthesia care across our network, including Vail Health Hospital , Vail Valley Surgery Centers , and Dillon Surgery Center . You'll work with a supportive, experienced team where autonomy, collaboration, and excellence are all part of the culture. What You'll Do Manage a case mix that includes primarily orthopedic surgeries, spine procedures, and other general cases — no heads or hearts Deliver safe, effective anesthesia for a variety of surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures Provide anesthesia care for obstetric patients as needed — OB experience is preferred but not required Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure seamless patient care Currently, there are no night, weekend, call, or holiday requirements. However, there may be opportunities for those shifts in the future, with additional compensation for those who are interested
Requirements
- Active CRNA certification and Colorado RN license (or compact eligible)
- 5+ years of CRNA experience preferred
- Advanced airway management skills and a strong grasp of current anesthesia practices
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills
Nice To Haves
- OB experience is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Manage a case mix that includes primarily orthopedic surgeries, spine procedures, and other general cases — no heads or hearts
- Deliver safe, effective anesthesia for a variety of surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures
- Provide anesthesia care for obstetric patients as needed — OB experience is preferred but not required
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure seamless patient care
Benefits
- 10K Sign-on bonus
- Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials
- On-call pay
- Accrue up to 8 weeks of PTO per year
- CME time off and $5,000 in CME funds per year
- Existing Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Relocation reimbursement and housing assistance available
- Competitive Wages & Family Benefits: Competitive wagesParental leave (4 weeks paid)Housing programsChildcare reimbursement
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: MedicalDental Vision
- Educational Programs: Tuition Assistance Existing Student Loan RepaymentAnnual Continued Medical Education funds and days Medical Staff Dues
- Retirement & Supplemental Insurance: 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching Life insuranceShort and long-term disability
- Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More: Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursementRecreation discountsPet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
