Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job ID: 6603 Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) are nationally certified as having the competencies necessary to administer anesthesia and related care, and state licensed as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). We are searching for CRNAs to work in collaboration with anesthesiologists in a multidisciplinary healthcare system. The focus is to provide high-quality, evidence-based anesthesia and pain care services at all acuity levels, for all Kelsey-Seybold patients. The ideal candidate is a hard-working, team player with a favorable work and/or training history. Kelsey-Seybold anesthesiologists treat children, adolescents, and adults at multiple locations across the Houston area. Procedures include general, orthopedic, endoscopy, plastics/ reconstructive, ophthalmology, urology, gynecology, ENT, interventional radiology, sedation for pain procedures, and approximately 5 percent pediatric cases involving simple ENT (PE tubes, tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, strabismus, simple orthopedics) ASA 1 to 3 patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other assignments, projects and duties may be required.

• Evaluate patients to determine an accurate anesthetic plan
• Work under the direction of physician anesthesiologist
• Determine and administer the appropriate dosage of anesthesia during procedures
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, technicians, and other health care professionals
• Complete records of type and amount of anesthesia, patient condition, patient response and medical histories
• Assess patient recovery and removal to another room following surgery
• Candidate should also be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians and other professionals to provide optimum care for each patient.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of anesthesia care in an inpatient setting

Education:

• Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid state RN License (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
• Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
• Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
• Certified Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Current BLS

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic accepts H1B Visas.

About Kelsey- Seybold Clinic

HOUSTON’S LEADER IN PATIENT CARE

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Houston’s finest private multispecialty physician group is a leading innovator in preventative medicine and ambulatory services, encompassing some 65 different specialties and sub-specialties. Kelsey-Seybold Clinic was founded in 1949 by Dr. Mavis Kelsey in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center.

A Houston tradition in patient-centered care, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is a multispecialty clinic with over 40+ locations and comprised of more than 700 physicians providing primary and specialty care in a collaborative manner. We treat more than 500,000 patients utilizing innovative technology and teamwork, including members of managed care plans and employer groups.
When you join Kelsey-Seybold Clinic you become part of an established, physician-led healthcare organization structured as a multispecialty group practice, supported by collegial and collaborative environments. Our doctors are salaried employees who share their skill, knowledge and inspiration through integrated teamwork for the good of our patients.

Unlike other organizations, Kelsey-Seybold physicians have the opportunity for ownership in the Medical Group, as well as in The Kelsey-Seybold Management Company. The ownership path is clear and straight forward. A Kelsey-Seybold Physician is typically eligible for ownership after three years of employment, board certification and demonstrated good citizenship. The result is an extraordinary, broad-based, and diverse physician-led organization.

When you join Kelsey-Seybold, you become part of an established, physician-owned and led multispecialty group practice with a 70-year legacy of caring for patients.
72 physicians hold leadership positions Compensation & Ownership
56% of our physicians are shareholders
Average physician tenure is 11 years
Physician-led board of managers
Physician-driven initiatives

HOUSTON LIFESTYLE & LOCATIONS

As the 4th largest city in the U.S., Houston, Texas is a leader in health care, business, entertainment, arts and the world renowned Texas Medical Center. From professional sports to outdoor fun, out-of-this-world space experience and incredible dining – it’s all here! Stroll the beaches of Galveston or challenge yourself on one of our many golf courses. Houston offers everything from breathtaking museum exhibits to vibrant downtown entertainment. Houston is a city of infinite possibilities.