Job Description The CRNA will work in a multi-disciplinary surgical setting which serves mid-Missouri's only academic health center and most comprehensive health care network in mid-Missouri. Surgical volumes and aggressive recruitment in surgical specialties are prompting the growth in OR facilities and creating the need to recruit for additional CRNA staff. The CRNA will be responsible for the administration of general, regional, local and MAC anesthesia to a variety of patients in multiple settings. All CRNAs will act under the supervision of our Chief Nurse Anesthetist and be medically directed by an anesthesiologist to provide patient care at University Hospital, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Keene Street Medical, or Fairview Digestive Health Clinic. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to pre-operative assessments, case reviews, OR preparation, documentation and charting, post-operative monitoring, and starting IVs, placing NG/OG tubes, and emergency airway management when requested by other providers or services. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the CRNA will work directly with and mentor nurse anesthetist students along with other professionals working, training, and observing with the Anesthesiology Department. Flexible shifts and varied schedules are also possible. Only 1 to 2 at home beeper call weekends per year with the opportunity to easily trade. Opportunities exist to pick up extra shifts at an hourly rate. Opportunities for signing bonus available. Additional bonus for new graduates of nurse anesthetist training programs. Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be! Graduation from a School of Nursing and possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri. Completion of an advanced nursing education program for Nurse Anesthetist. Able to provide Documentation of Recognition as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Missouri. Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist is necessary. If a new graduate, the first available nationally recognized certification examination must be taken and successfully completed. This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278. Facility & Address University of Missouri School of Medicine/MU Health Care 1 Hospital Drive Columbia, MO 65212 ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Keyboard shortcuts Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 20 km Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Report a map error

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