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Massachusetts General Hospital

Per Diem CRNA

Massachusetts General Hospital, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254


Job Description:

Under general supervision of the Medical Director, the incumbent provides anesthesia services to patients. Reviews patients’ medical history, assists in selection of type of anesthesia, administers anesthetic, monitors patient during procedure, and provides immediate post-anesthesia care. Incumbent is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist). Obtain health and medical history, perform physical examination, and construct problem lists

Perform preoperative evaluations, including phone screening

Collect, record, and interpret patient data

Order appropriate laboratory, radiologic, and other diagnostic studies

Interpret studies performed/ordered

May initiate consultation and referrals

Assess patients to determine need for physician attention

Deliver direct patient care before, during, and after procedures requiring anesthesia

Make professional decisions for anesthesia care based upon a comprehensive health assessment

Maintain professional standards of health care before, during, and after an anesthetic

Prepare and evaluate the safety of anesthetic equipment, supplies and drugs

Insert invasive monitoring lines required for patient care during anesthesia and interpret the data

Provide administration of general anesthesia (intravenous/inhalation), neuraxial anesthesia, regional anesthesia and monitored anesthesia care to appropriate patients

Assess, interpret and treat physiologic responses to anesthesia that include oxygenation, circulation, ventilation, temperature and metabolism

Provide postoperative analgesia for pain management

Obtain informed consent for the following anesthesia and related procedures: We offer an outstanding benefits packages to eligible employees including… Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)

Resources for childcare and emergency backup care

Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan

Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. You contribute to our success! Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team!About Mass General HospitalMass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists provide anesthesia care to patients of all ages in all settings, across the continuum of care.Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists are licensed, registered, advanced practice nurses who have completed a post graduate certificate or a master’s degree in anesthesia.Nurse anesthetists must become certified by successfully completing a national qualifying examination in the specialty of anesthesia.maintain their license to practice anesthesia, CRNAs must be re-certified biannually by attending 40 hours of continuing education programs.Primary LocationMA-Waltham-MGH WalthamWork LocationsMGH WalthamJobAdvanced Practice NurseOrganizationMassachusetts General Hospital(MGH)SchedulePer DiemStandard Hours0ShiftDay JobEmployee StatusLimited Term / Per DiemRecruiting DepartmentMGH Waltham AnesthesiologyJob PostingNov 11, 2024