Inova Alexandria Hospital - Full-Time Assistant Chief CRNA - NorthStar Anesthesia

Role Overview

The Position

NorthStar Anesthesia is seeking an Assistant Chief CRNA – Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to lead and support the team at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Alexandria, VA. The clinical team has an exceptionally strong culture, and this leader will play an integral part in driving continued positive impact on the team. This leader will need to have exceptional interpersonal communication, organization, and time management skills. In addition to the clinical requirements of this position, the Assistant Chief CRNA will take on several leadership duties including scheduling, equipment management, and IT systems related management. This position includes a competitive compensation package, assistant chief stipend, plus comprehensive benefits and 6 weeks of paid time off.

What You Will Do in This Role 

The Assistant Chief CRNA will work in conjunction with the Chief CRNA and Medical Director of Anesthesia, anesthesiologists, CRNA staff, and all healthcare providers involved in the care of patients requiring analgesia/anesthesia services.

• Works independently or in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians and medical professionals to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. 
• Cares for patient before, during and after a medical procedure or surgery by performing a preanesthesia assessment, preparing the patient for anesthesia, inducing and maintaining intra-procedure anesthesia, and providing postanesthesia. 
• Proficient in anesthesia-related procedures in accordance with facility clinical privileges.
• Assist in the development of staff schedules that meets the contractual anesthesia service agreement.  
• Proficient in NorthStar IT-based platforms for scheduling, timekeeping, compliance, human resources, and payroll management.  
• Active in hospital-based committees that support anesthesia participation.  
• Adhere to and assists in communicating NorthStar Policy and Procedures to staff CRNA teammates.  

What Qualifications You Will Need 

• Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.  
• Hold current status as an Advanced Practice Nurse Anesthetist by the State Board of Nursing for the State of employment.  
• At least five years of CRNA experience outside of education completion.
• Insurable by an appropriate medical malpractice insurer for the limits required by the group, institution, or state.   
• CRNA may also be required to hold additional licensures, certifications and/or education as required by facility and/or state for which they are assigned.  

A Smarter Career Investment 

Founded in 2004 by an anesthesiologist and a CRNA, NorthStar Anesthesia is the fastest growing anesthesia management company in the country. CRNAs and Physicians who choose NorthStar thrive because they are fully supported by clinical and operational leadership. What does it mean to be a leader at NorthStar Anesthesia? Assistant Chief CRNAs play a crucial role in developing team members to their full potential, creating and encouraging a culture of transparency, positive impact, and patient driven quality care. When you join NorthStar, you join an organization that is built upon being an industry leader in improving quality, team culture, and processes. 

Benefits 

NorthStar offers a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Vision, Dental, Mental Health Resources, Short Term Disability, Company Paid Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance, 401K plan with Company Match, 6 Weeks PTO, and Malpractice Insurance.

Each of us deserves to feel healthy, fulfilled, and supported by our teams. With NorthStar's One Team approach, our team members all do just that. We provide several resources to focus on each leader’s career development as well as their well-being.   

• We offer dedicated learning and development programs including virtual and live events, and mentorship designed to accelerate clinical leadership.  
• Clinician specific tools focused on gaining insight into individual and team performance quality, satisfaction, and other key outcomes.   
• You will be fully supported by NorthStar leadership, including your Chief CRNA, Regional Director of CRNA Services, VP of CRNA Services, VP of Operations, and VP of Physician Services.  

Join NorthStar as an Assistant Chief CRNA – Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and invest in your leadership career! Apply today and contact Michelle Mabray at michelle.mabray@northstaranesthesia.com for immediate consideration. 

NorthStar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to having a workforce that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an Affirmative Action Employer.