JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title: CRNA – Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Job Type: Permanent – Full-Time (0.8 FTE and above)
- Location: Munster, IN
- Service Setting: Hospital (28 ORs including GI suites, Cath Labs, IR)
- Schedule: 40 hours/week; 1 weekend/month
- On-Call Expectations: 1 weekend/month
- Start Date: Negotiable upon credentialing
PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE
- Patient Demographics: Adult
- Average Daily Volume / Census: 2–10 procedures per day
- Admissions & Rounding: Not applicable
- Consults & Follow-Ups: As needed
- Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: OR, GI, Cath Lab, IR anesthesia
FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS
- Beds in Department/Unit: 400-bed regional hospital
- Trauma Designation: Not specified
- EMR System: Not specified
- Specialty Backup: Full surgical and procedural support
- Support Staff: Long-standing hospital-employed anesthesia group
- Leadership & Reporting Structure: Over 25 years in system with excellent interdepartmental collaboration
- Reason for Opening: Increased clinical volume
CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE
- Board Requirements: Certified and licensed CRNA
- DEA & Certifications: Required
- Credentialing Timeline: Standard hospital process
- Visa Sponsorship: Not specified
COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS
- Base Salary: $135/hour
- Incentive Bonus Structure: Not specified
- Relocation Assistance: Not specified
- Sign-On Bonus: $90,000
- Student Loan Repayment: PSLF-eligible
- CME Allowance: $2,000
- PTO & Holidays:
- Vacation: 8 weeks
- CME, Sick Leave, Holidays: Not specified
- Health & Retirement Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- ST/LT Disability available
- 403(b) with employer match
- License/Dues/Subscriptions: Yes
- Malpractice Insurance: Not specified
- Partnership/Buy-in: No
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification: Licensed CRNA
- State License Required: Indiana (or eligibility)
- DEA & Certifications: Required
- Experience: Open to experienced or early-career CRNAs
- Additional Requirements: Competency in hospital anesthesia settings
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver anesthesia care in ORs, GI, Cath Lab, and IR
- Participate in weekend call rotation (1 weekend/month)
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation
- Collaborate with surgeons and fellow anesthesia providers
- Promote safety and quality in anesthesia delivery
COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
- About the Area: Munster, IN is a suburban, family-friendly area with top-rated schools and affordable living
- Local Attractions: Access to Lake Michigan, outdoor parks, trails, cultural venues and diverse dining
- School System: Strong public and private school options
- Housing: Affordable suburban neighborhoods
- Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-oriented, commuter-friendly, professionals, retirees
- Nearby Cities: ~30 minutes from downtown Chicago
- Nearest Airport: Chicago Midway or O’Hare
- Distance from Airport: ~30–45 minutes by car