Job Description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the world’s most respected cancer treatment and research institutions, is seeking full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join its Anesthesiology department in Houston, Texas. This role offers exceptional career growth opportunities, advanced oncology anesthesia practice, and a $30,000 incentive paid over the first three years of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations and develop anesthesia care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Administer anesthesia and adjunctive therapeutics for surgical and procedural cases.
• Monitor and manage patient physiological responses during anesthesia, taking corrective action as needed.
• Provide resuscitative care and safe emergence from anesthesia.
• Deliver post-anesthesia recovery care and ensure smooth patient transitions.
• Document all anesthesia-related activities accurately in patient records.
• Participate in education and mentorship for SRNAs rotating with the anesthesiology team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $200,000 – $270,000 (W-2).
• $30,000 employment incentive over the first 3 years.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday accruals (including 9+ institutional holidays).
• Five CME days plus $3,000 CME allowance.
• Employee/employer-contributed retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement, educational and wellness days.
• Relocation assistance available.
• No state income tax in Texas.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program.
• Current Texas CRNA license (or eligibility).
• NBCRNA certification or recertification.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Strong clinical skills and ability to work with oncology patients.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time schedule with flexible shifts.
• Optional rotation to satellite locations.
• Voluntary first-call participation for enhanced work-life balance.
• Supportive onboarding process for both new graduates and experienced CRNAs.

Location

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX

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