CRNA Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Putnam, Connecticut

Job description

About the facility

This busy hospital provides comprehensive anesthesia services with established protocols for quality patient care delivery across multiple surgical specialties. The facility operates under a supervision model where anesthesiologists oversee CRNA staff in a collaborative environment designed to support effective case management.

About the facility location

Putnam offers cultural and recreational attractions including the Playhouse, the Gertrude Chandler Warner Boxcar Children's Museum, and parks such as Rotary Park and the Putnam Lions Memorial Dog Park. The area features community events like farmers markets, festivals, and live music performances throughout the year. Visitors can explore local antique shops and attend performances at The Complex Performing and Creative Arts Centre.

About the clinician's workday

The CRNA will provide comprehensive anesthesia services during 8-hour day shifts from 07:00 AM to 03:30 PM with potential to stay later as needed. The clinician will manage diverse surgical cases including general surgery, OB/GYN, urology, orthopedic, and gastrointestinal procedures under MD supervision in a 1:2.5 staffing model. The position requires board certification and operates with no required call coverage, though optional call is available. The credentialing process requires 30-120 days for completion.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• % Hands on: 0%
• Supervision/medical direction: Supervision
• Staffing model: MD supervised CRNA 1:2.5