CRNA

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 241,000 - 259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving stipend

Paid time off

CME time

Relocation support

Job summary

University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City seeks a PS CRNA to provide anesthesia care, preop eval, and perioperative management. The CRNA orders analyses, monitors anesthesia, and oversees recovery with documentation in patient records.

Includes generous compensation with relocation stipend, extensive PTO and CME time, and opportunity to work in a leading academic health system in Utah.

Qualifications

• AANA CRNA certification and Utah RN licensure required.
• Demonstrated communication and human relation skills.
• Bi-annual renewal and continuing education required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative evaluation from staff notes and history to determine anesthesia plan.
• Induce and monitor general and regional anesthesia and manage perioperative care.
• Oversee recovery and post-anesthesia evaluation; document in records.

Skills

CRNA Certification

Utah RN License

AANA Exam

Effective Communication

Education

CRNA Certification Required

Job description

PS CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job Title PS CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Working Title

Working Title CRNA

Career Progression Track I

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department

Department 02070 - ANESTHESIOLOGY-APC ANESTHETIST

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 241,000-259,000

Close Date

Close Date 01/15/2027

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Our total compensation ranges from $297,000 to $317,000 annually which includes a 6% employer contribution plus up to 4% 403(b) match. We will offer a $30,000 moving stipend/sign on bonus to make relocation efforts effortless.
Paid Time Off details
11 weeks off 1st year, then 10 weeks off annually, including vacation, holidays, personal leave, sick and CME time.
For any work beyond your clinical commitment, you’ll earn an impressive $145 per hour. And all of this comes with the added bonus of living and working in beautiful Utah!

Performs preoperative evaluation by assessing staff notes, progress notes, lab work, and patient histories to determine the most appropriate anesthetic management. The CRNA may order additional analyses, consultations, lab work, and peri-anesthetic medications as warranted. Monitors functioning of all equipment and induces general and/or regional anesthesia by using anesthesia procedures and methods. Manages the anesthetic procedure by monitoring appropriate physical, physiochemical, and biochemical indicators such as blood pressure, heart rate, EKG , blood loss, patient position, pulmonary compliance, arterial blood bases, etc. Adjusts anesthesia procedures as required; informs other medical personnel of all necessary developments. Oversees recovery from anesthesia by observing the appropriate indicators in surgery as well as the post-anesthesia recovery room; performs post-operative evaluation. Makes appropriate entries in staff notes, on anesthesia records, and in the patients’ charts.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals).

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking, walking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), standing.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists ( AANA ) as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist ( CRNA ); current registered nurse licensure in the state of Utah; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. The CRNA certification is granted after successful completion of an AANA approved curriculum of coursework; 24 months of concurrent practicum experience or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education); and passing scores on a national exam administered by AANA . Bi-annual rectification is contingent on continuing professional practice plus 40 hours of continuing education units.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Preferences

Type

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at