1099 CRNA

Priority Dispatch Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to serve as an independent 1099 contractor in the Maryland region.

The CRNA will perform comprehensive preoperative assessments, administer all forms of anesthesia, monitor patient status, and provide postoperative care across hospital and ASC settings. Collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Active CRNA certification and valid state licensure.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preoperative anesthesia assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans.
• Administer general, regional, MAC, spinal, epidural, and local anesthesia.
• Monitor patient status and respond to intraoperative changes.
• Provide postoperative pain management and recovery monitoring.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff.
• Complete accurate anesthesia records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

CRNA certification

State licensure

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Independent work

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Communication

Job description

Job DetailsCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) – 1099 Contractor

Reports To: Anesthesiologist in Charge (AIC) / Chief CRNA

Status: Independent Contractor (1099)

Position Summary

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides safe, high-quality anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgical and diagnostic procedures across hospital and ambulatory surgery center (ASC) settings. The CRNA works collaboratively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, adherence to established anesthesia protocols, and a commitment to patient safety, efficiency, and professionalism across multiple clinical sites within the Maryland region.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive preoperative anesthesia assessments, including review of medical history, medications, allergies, and diagnostic results
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized anesthesia care plans in coordination with supervising anesthesiologists and procedural teams
• Administer all forms of anesthesia (general, regional, MAC, spinal, epidural, and local) in accordance with clinical guidelines and scope of practice
• Continuously monitor patient status throughout procedures and respond promptly to changes in condition
• Manage airway support and provide appropriate interventions during routine and emergency situations
• Deliver safe and effective postoperative care, including pain management and recovery monitoring until patient stabilization

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate effectively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, registered nurses, surgical technicians, and administrative staff
• Provide timely updates regarding patient status, intraoperative events, and clinical concerns
• Participate in case discussions, handoffs, and care coordination across all assigned facilities
• Support a team-based approach to perioperative care across hospital and ASC environments

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete accurate and timely anesthesia records, including medications administered, dosages, patient responses, and procedure details
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations, as well as ANCO clinical policies and standards
• Maintain proper documentation within electronic medical record systems and anesthesia record systems used at each site
• Adhere to credentialing, privileging, and regulatory requirements for all assigned facilities

Professional Development & Quality Improvement

• Maintain current CRNA certification, licensure, ACLS/PALS (as required), and continuing education requirements
• Participate in ongoing training, clinical education, and skills development activities
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and patient safety programs
• Contribute to clinical excellence through adherence to best practices and evidence-based anesthesia care

Work Environment

Clinical assignments include hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers throughout the Maryland region

May require rotation across multiple facilities based on operational needs and mutual agreement

Work involves standing for extended periods and participation in physically and mentally demanding surgical environments

Independent Contractor Status

As a 1099 independent contractor, the CRNA is responsible for managing their own taxes, insurance, and benefits. This role does not establish an employment relationship and is governed by the terms of the independent contractor agreement.

QualificationsQualifications:

• Active CRNA certification and state licensure.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills.

Work Schedule & Expectations:

• CRNAs may work in hospital or ASC settings based on assigned shifts.
• Guaranteed minimum hours apply per shift ([e.g., 6 hours for ASC, 8 hours for hospitals]).
• Flexibility to accommodate varying surgical schedules is required.
• Participation in departmental meetings, case discussions, and mandatory trainings as scheduled.

Accountability:

CRNAs are responsible for maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, professionalism, and adherence to clinical protocols. Any deviations from policy or unsafe practices must be reported immediately to the Medical Director.