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Call Optional Facility Full Time TX W-2

Job Description

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for our Clear Lake and League City campuses. As a CRNA at UTMB, you will work in a collegial and supportive environment alongside a collaborative team of experienced anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and surgical staff. This position offers exposure to a broad range of cases, including general, plastic, orthopedic, gynecology/obstetrics, ear-nose-throat (ENT), and neurological surgery. UTMB provides an outstanding academic and clinical environment with opportunities for teaching, research, and career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia to patients undergoing a variety of surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute individualized anesthesia care plans.
• Conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations and assess patient history and condition to determine the appropriate anesthesia approach.
• Manage patient airways and ventilation, monitor vital signs, and adjust anesthesia levels during procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Provide post-anesthesia care, including pain management and recovery monitoring.
• Contribute to the training and education of anesthesiology residents and students, if desired.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $209,600 – $245,000
• Income Potential: >$300,000 with overtime
• 22 vacation days annually (increases with years of service)
• 10 major holidays
• Annual Market Analysis for compensation adjustments
• Full benefits package including:
  • No-cost healthcare for subscriber
  • Dental and vision insurance at low premiums
  • TRS retirement pension with 8.25% match OR Optional Retirement Plan with 8.5% match
  • 457b and Roth investment options
  • Annual Education Fund and conference travel support
  • Extended Illness Accrual
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Teaching opportunities available (optional)

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher from a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA).
• Valid Texas RN and CRNA licenses.
• National Certification Examination required by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume hospital setting.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time position
• Wide variety of cases including general, plastic, orthopedic, gynecology/obstetrics, ENT, and neurological surgery
• Flexible scheduling available
• Teaching opportunities available if desired

Location

Clear Lake and League City, Texas
United States

About the Facility

Founded in 1891, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is the nation’s first public medical school and hospital under unified leadership. UTMB is now a billion-dollar academic health science center that includes a health system with hospitals and clinics across the Texas Gulf Coast region. The Department of Anesthesiology at UTMB offers a dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional growth, research, and clinical excellence. UTMB is consistently recognized for its commitment to patient care and medical education.

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