Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Wage
Job Description
Be part of a High-Autonomy Practice in a growing surgical program. UVA Health’s University Medical Center is expanding Perioperative Services and is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to support extended hour operating room coverage, Saturday elective programs, and sustained OR growth across multiple surgical sites.
This expansion is a core component of UVA Health’s bridge strategy through 2027, enabling increased surgical access while transitioning from incentive based anesthesia coverage to a stable, employed CRNA workforce.
CRNAs at UVA Health practice within a collaborative Anesthesia Care Team model at a nationally recognized academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center, with a key differentiator being a high autonomy practice environment that allows CRNAs to work at the top of their license.
About UVA Health
UVA Health is a world class, Magnet recognized academic medical center and health system anchored by a Level I Trauma Center. Consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report, UVA Health includes an NCI designated cancer center, Virginia’s top ranked children’s hospital, and a robust network of specialty and community care sites.
Why Charlottesville?
Charlottesville offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle—nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, with vibrant dining, wineries, arts, and a walkable downtown. It’s a place where your career and quality of life can thrive.
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
If you have additional Questions, reach out to Renee Bounds, UVA Health Recruiter, at [email protected]
The Role
At UVA Health, CRNAs are trusted clinical partners with meaningful independence in anesthesia delivery and decision‑making. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a high‑acuity academic environment while maintaining autonomy, flexibility, and long‑term career stability.
CRNAs provide anesthesia care across a diverse and complex case mix, including:
Main Operating Room (high‑acuity, Level I Trauma)
Outpatient and ambulatory surgery centers (OCIR, SCR)
Endoscopy and procedural suites
Off‑site and non‑OR anesthesia (NORA) locations
Why join UVA Health?
Full‑time employed CRNA roles
Nationally ranked academic medical center case mix
High‑autonomy CRNA practice within a collaborative Anesthesia Care Team model
Schedule flexibility
Mentorship program for new graduates
Leadership and quality improvement pathways
AANA‑approved CEU credits
26 days of PTO plus 1 week for professional development
Sign‑on incentive and relocation assistance available per policy
Compensation and Benefits Highlights
Starting base rate: $100.96 hourly
Individual compensation is determined by qualifications, previous work experience, and education.
Sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability
Retirement savings plans
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Weekend‑focused CRNA opportunities
Wage / PRN opportunities available
No call. Holidays and weekends optional. Shift differentials available.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Master of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program or eligible to practice as a CRNA in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Experience: None
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); Repetitive motion: (squeezing an ambu bag). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs and lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, cold, heat, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The starting base rate for this role is $140.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.