CRNA — $300K Base Compensation, Work 26 Weeks — Ask About Free Housing Options

Clinical Colleagues; Wadena (MN); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Above-market pay as IC

Ample time off

Administrative support

Mentoring from Medical Officers

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

CCI Anesthesia is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the anesthesia team at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic, Minnesota. This role offers a stable rural hospital environment where collaboration among anesthesia providers, surgeons and hospital leadership is central to patient care.

The position follows a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation, providing a consistent rhythm that balances clinical engagement with extended time away from work.

Qualifications

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the anesthesia team at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic.
• Ability to collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers and hospital leadership.
• Practice across diverse surgical cases in a rural hospital setting.

Skills

CRNA

Team collaboration

Clinical autonomy

Independent practice

Job description

CCI Anesthesia is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the anesthesia team at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic, Minnesota. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive clinical environment where collaboration among anesthesia providers, surgeons and hospital leadership is central to patient care.

The position follows a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation, providing a consistent rhythm that balances clinical engagement with extended time away from work. Providers benefit from a stable surgical program and an environment that values clinical expertise and teamwork.

Position Highlights

• Compensation: $300,000 annual compensation
• Schedule: 26 working weeks annually with a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation
• Practice Environment: Collaborative rural hospital with modern facilities
• Clinical Scope: Diverse surgical cases within a supportive team setting
• Work-Life Balance: 26 weeks off annually

Astera Health’s Wadena campus provides a modern healthcare environment designed to support efficient surgical care and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. Anesthesia providers work closely with surgeons, nursing teams and hospital leadership in a setting where communication and teamwork are highly valued.

The hospital’s scale allows anesthesia providers to maintain meaningful involvement in patient care while practicing within a stable and supportive surgical program.

About Astera Health – Wadena Clinic

Astera Health serves as a regional healthcare provider for north-central Minnesota and surrounding communities. The organization is known for delivering high-quality rural healthcare and maintaining strong relationships with the communities it serves.

For CRNAs, Astera Health offers the opportunity to practice a broad range of clinical anesthesia in a modern facility while working within a small, collaborative team environment. Providers benefit from strong professional relationships with surgical colleagues and the ability to make a direct impact on patient care in a community-focused setting.

Why Wadena?

Wadena offers a relaxed lifestyle in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country while maintaining access to regional amenities.

Key advantages include:

• Outdoor lifestyle: Nearby lakes, forests and trails support year-round recreation, including fishing, boating, hunting, hiking and snowmobiling.
• Short commutes: Minimal traffic and convenient travel times reduce daily stress.
• Affordable living: Housing and overall cost of living are significantly lower than in most metropolitan areas.
• Strong community atmosphere: A welcoming environment where healthcare providers play an important role in the community.
• Balanced lifestyle: Competitive compensation and structured time off allow providers to enjoy extended time away from the hospital.

Join CCI Anesthesia and Experience the Difference

CCI is different from other anesthesia practice management companies in virtually every way. We offer more of what you want out of a career. More transparency. More balance. More independence. And more respect

A Different Kind of Anesthesia Practice

Why are we different? Because CCI is family owned. Since our inception, we have remained a privately-owned group with no private equity investors pressing for wider margins, which means we generously invest in our greatest resource—our providers.

Building a Culture of Transparency and Respect

At CCI, we work diligently to foster a culture of transparency and mutual respect. Here, CRNAs collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals who understand your crucial role in delivering exceptional care. Our track record and low turnover rates prove we take excellent care of our CRNAs.

We are Committed to CRNAs

CCI works exclusively with anesthesiologists and CRNAs and does not use AAs to fill any of our roles. While we respect the ability of AAs, we choose to work with CRNAs as integral members of our anesthesia care teams due to their ability to work independently in diverse settings ranging from urban to rural areas.

We Value Service

This opportunity is excellent for military veterans. CCI Anesthesia values your service and is committed to contracting with those who have served.

When You Join CCI Anesthesia, Expect More

• Clinical autonomy in your anesthesia practice
• Competitive, above-market compensation as an independent contractor
• Ample time away from practice for better work-life balance
• Professional and timely administrative support
• Leadership and mentoring from our experienced Regional Medical Officers and Chiefs of Anesthesia
• Advancement opportunities in hospital practice leadership

"Since Joining CCI Anesthesia, I have felt more in control of my career. I am listened to and valued. I am paid my worth without feeling like an employee of a private equity group most interested in their bottom line. I am supported even in hard times. CCI is a company worth growing with for many opportunities at all the different stages of my life and career. They believe in my success and prosperity as the center of the success and prosperity of my site and its relationships and reputation."

Rima Rahal, MD
Anesthesiologist, Rock Island, IL