<p>A well-established 316-bed non-profit community hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join its anesthesia team at St. Vincent Hospital — the oldest hospital in the Erie area, founded in 1875, and rated the #1 hospital in Erie across ten distinct quality categories. This is a practice environment defined by clinical excellence, a collaborative surgical team culture, and a broad scope of anesthesia services spanning cardiac, neurosurgical, orthopedic, trauma, and women's health cases.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Highly competitive hourly rate with shift differentials</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance including tail coverage</li> <li>Access to clinician wellness program and colleague referral program</li> <li>Professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through an affiliated institute</li> <li>Family-like work environment with strong collegial relationships across the anesthesia and surgical teams</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>316-bed non-profit community hospital — the oldest and highest-rated hospital in the Erie region</li> <li>Rated #1 in Erie for overall hospital care, overall surgical care, major cardiac surgery, hip fracture care, major neurosurgery, orthopedic care, pulmonary care, pneumonia care, trauma care, and women's health</li> <li>Broad anesthesia case mix spanning cardiac, neurosurgical, orthopedic, trauma, and women's health services</li> <li>Collaborative, team-oriented anesthesia and surgical culture with a well-established, stable group dynamic</li> <li>Founded in 1875 by the Sisters of St. Joseph — a mission-driven institution with deep roots in the community</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA)</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program</li> <li>Active Pennsylvania CRNA license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort with a diverse surgical case mix including cardiac, neuro, orthopedic, trauma, and obstetric anesthesia</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Erie is Pennsylvania's fourth-largest city, situated on the southern shore of Lake Erie — offering waterfront living, four-season recreation, and a cost of living well below the national average. The region features Presque Isle State Park, a nationally recognized natural landmark with beaches, hiking, and water sports, alongside a vibrant arts scene, professional sports, and strong public and private school options. Pittsburgh and Cleveland are each within two hours, providing easy access to major-city amenities while maintaining the pace and affordability of a mid-sized lakeside community.</p>