<p>Mountainside Medical Center — part of the Hackensack Meridian Health network — is recruiting a full-time CRNA in Montclair, New Jersey, one of the most livable suburban communities in the greater New York metro area. This is a no-call position with flexible scheduling, a diverse and manageable case mix, and a $100,000 start-date bonus that signals how seriously this team values the right candidate. CRNAs with proficiency in regional techniques will find genuine clinical autonomy here within a well-staffed, collegial group.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$100,000 start-date bonus</li> <li>Lucrative overall compensation package (full details provided upon inquiry)</li> <li>Full-time employment with flexible scheduling options</li> <li>No call obligations of any kind</li> <li>New Jersey property tax relief programs available to residents, including the Homestead Benefit and Senior Freeze</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Practice site: Mountainside Medical Center, Montclair, NJ — a Hackensack Meridian Health network facility</li> <li>Established anesthesia team of 10 MDs and 9 CRNAs, providing a stable, collaborative environment</li> <li>Diverse but manageable case mix spanning General Surgery, Orthopedics, OB, and Endoscopy</li> <li>No trauma or cardiac cases — a deliberate, sustainable workload</li> <li>CRNA autonomy supported: spinals, epidurals, and regional anesthesia for those with demonstrated proficiency</li> <li>No call requirement and flexible scheduling structure allow for strong work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduation from an accredited nurse anesthesia program; CRNA credential required</li> <li>National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) certification or eligibility</li> <li>Active New Jersey APRN/CRNA license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Proficiency in neuraxial and regional anesthesia techniques preferred (spinals, epidurals, peripheral nerve blocks)</li> <li>Comfort with a mixed surgical case load including general, orthopedic, obstetric, and endoscopy cases</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Montclair, New Jersey sits just 12 miles from Midtown Manhattan — close enough for a quick commute via major highways or the Montclair-Boonton rail line, yet distinctly its own walkable, arts-forward community. The town is home to the Montclair Art Museum, a thriving gallery and theater scene, top-rated public and private schools, and an eclectic dining and boutique shopping corridor that has earned it a reputation as an epicurean destination in its own right. Outdoor recreation is equally strong: Eagle Rock Reservation, South Mountain Arena (home ice of the NJ Devils practice facility), and easy access to the Poconos and four-season recreation round out a lifestyle that suits both families and individuals seeking urban energy with suburban roots.</p>