WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

The UTSW CRNA Group is looking for individuals seeking both work-life balance and opportunities for growth and professional development. New graduates and experienced providers are welcome!

We are currently offering a $25,000 sign-on incentive.

Coverage includes University Hospitals located in the Southwestern Medical District, with more than 800 beds and 75+ anesthetizing locations, representing all major specialties of care.

Our CRNAs are part of a collaborative anesthesia care team with exposure to a broad and diverse case mix. Across the CRNA practice, case exposure includes General Surgery, Urology, Plastics, Oncology, Bariatric Surgery, GI/Endoscopy, OB/GYN, ENT, Ophthalmology, Cardiovascular, Interventional Radiology, Neurosurgery, Transplant, and more. The anesthesia care team covers three facilities within the Dallas Medical District.

We are looking for CRNAs who value teamwork, collaboration, clinical growth, and flexibility and want to be part of a supportive academic environment. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

SCHEDULE

Full-time CRNAs have progressive scheduling options designed to provide predictability and maximize time away from work:

• 4 10-hour shifts per week, following a five-week progressive rotation with a four-day weekend every fifth week.
• 3 13-hour shifts per week, following a 10-week progressive rotation with three four-day weekends and one six-day stretch off.
• Schedules and upcoming assignments are accessible through QGenda.

Additional scheduling structures are available for certain teams, including OB and evening coverage.

BENEFITS & CRNA ADVANTAGES

• $25,000 sign-on incentive
• Cohesive and supportive CRNA team with local CRNA leadership at each site of service
• Progressive schedule providing predictability, PTO maximization, and opportunities for extra income
• Minimal call requirements
• Advanced Practice Providers Incentive Program, up to $10,000/year
• Specialty Team Bonus, $15,000/year
• $2,500 continuing education fund
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

UT Southwestern’s CRNA recruitment materials also identify several additional professional benefits available to the group:

• Malpractice Coverage: Self-indemnity coverage through the State of Texas, with tail coverage provided at no cost to CRNAs.
• Education Time: 40 hours of paid time per fiscal year for continuing education or professional activities.
• Licensure Support: NBCRNA and Texas Board of Nursing licensure fees paid through the Office of Advanced Practice Providers.
• Continuing Education: Opportunities to earn up to 36 Class A AANA-approved credits annually through Grand Rounds, RRNA presentations, and other educational offerings. 
• Advanced Degree Support: Educational assistance opportunities are available for employees pursuing advanced degrees related to their position, including DNP and DNAP programs.
• University Discounts: Access to discounts on a variety of products, services, entertainment, and other offerings.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit UT Southwestern HR Resources.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Must be graduate of accredited school of nursing, licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse, and graduate of school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA).
• Licensure as Registered Nurse by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas and has passed qualifying examination administered by the national Board for Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required for certification as nurse anesthetist.
• Must also be registered by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas as Nurse Anesthetist.
• Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support(ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support(PALS) through course accredited by the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross.
• No experience required.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepares and administers anesthetic agents to patients to desensitize them to permit performance of medical or surgical procedures.
• Performs pre-anesthesia evaluation of patient to ascertain physiological and psychological factors which influence selection of anesthetic agent and formulation of plan of anesthetic management.
• Monitors patient in operating room to maintain patient in homeostatic condition and to ensure unnecessary injuries are not inflicted on patient.
• Records anesthetic information on anesthesia chart to provide permanent record necessary for care of patient, material for teaching and studies, and to establish medical-legal record.
• Provides clinical supervision or guidance to anesthesia students, paramedical and medical students to contribute to their clinical training.
• Other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.