A hospital in the rolling hills of north-central West Virginia — near Bridgeport — is seeking a locum tenens CRNA for an ongoing assignment beginning in August. This is a Care Team Model position operating under medical direction, covering a broad general anesthesia case mix with no call obligations, making it a strong fit for CRNAs who want predictable hours and a sustainable work-life balance. The facility runs on Epic, and the engagement is structured to continue indefinitely, offering real scheduling stability for the right provider.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive locum tenens pay rate structured to meet experienced CRNA market expectations
- No call requirements — shifts are scheduled and predictable with no after-hours obligations
- Ongoing assignment beginning August with no defined end date, providing long-term placement stability
- Locum engagement structure typical of hospital-based anesthesia coverage (travel and lodging arrangements standard for locum placements)
Practice Highlights
- Care Team Model: CRNAs practice under medical direction — not independently — in a collaborative anesthesia team environment
- Case mix covers all general surgical and procedural anesthesia cases except neurosurgical (heads), cardiac (hearts), and sick/complex pediatric patients
- Comfort with healthy pediatric patients is required — routine peds cases are part of the daily workload
- Emergent OB cases may arise; epidurals are not performed by CRNAs in this model
- No call required — zero on-call or after-hours coverage obligations
- EMR: Epic — familiarity with Epic anesthesia documentation is expected
- Hospital-based facility setting in north-central West Virginia near Bridgeport
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA) in good standing
- Active West Virginia APRN/CRNA license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Proficiency with general anesthesia across a broad surgical case mix, excluding neurological, cardiac, and complex pediatric cases
- Comfort providing anesthesia for healthy pediatric patients
- Experience or willingness to function within a Care Team Model under anesthesiologist medical direction
- Current vaccination documentation and pre-placement drug screen required
About the Community
Bridgeport sits in Harrison County in north-central West Virginia, offering a small-city feel with easy access to outdoor recreation across the Appalachian highlands — hiking, fishing, and four-season scenery are all close at hand. The area features a low cost of living, well-regarded local schools, and a tight-knit community atmosphere that appeals to clinicians looking for a quieter pace without sacrificing access to modern amenities. Clarksburg and Morgantown — home to West Virginia University — are both within easy driving distance, adding cultural and dining options to the region.