Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI, is seeking a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesia Assistant (CAA) to join a community-oriented anesthesia team. The role involves providing anesthesia care across a wide variety of case types and patient age groups, with a focus on autonomy within a physician-led team structure.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care for a variety of case types including general, ENT, orthopedic, neuro, cardiovascular, obstetric, outpatient, and limited cardiac cases.
• Care for patients across all age groups from neonates to geriatrics.
• Participate in a team-based anesthesia practice with physician supervision.
• Perform duties related to anesthesia during scheduled cases and procedures.
• Contribute to clinical education by teaching students, residents, or fellows as part of the medical education philosophy.
• Provide outreach services as required by the system.
• Participate in call duties, including every 10th weekend and 12 weekday shifts per 20 weeks, with a combination of in-house and from-home call.
• Maintain compliance with licensing and credentialing requirements.

Compensation

• Base salary plus incentives, including sign-on and productivity bonuses.
• Compensation paid via W-2 tax status.
• Separate call pay for weekend and weekday call shifts.

Benefits

• Paid malpractice insurance.
• Paid license renewal fees.
• Salary continuation and CME funds.
• Paid days off, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement plan with both 401(k) match and organization-paid base contribution.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule with shifts including in-house and from-home call.
• Call duties every 10th weekend.
• Weekday call consists of 12 shifts over a 20-week period.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited anesthesia program.
• Eligibility to obtain a license to practice in the multi-state region without restrictions.
• Current certification as a CRNA or CAA.
• Ability to work independently within a team-based environment.
• Experience with a variety of anesthesia cases preferred.
• Strong communication and teaching skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional development.
• Ability to work flexible hours including call shifts.
• Must meet all credentialing and licensing requirements.