Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia is recruiting an experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a 12-week locum tenens assignment running June 8, 2026 through September 5, 2026. The position covers a broad surgical case mix — general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, and pediatrics — within a medically directed anesthesia model. The facility offers a predictable, structured schedule with overtime available but never required, making this an ideal placement for CRNAs prioritizing work-life balance alongside competitive locum pay.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive locum tenens pay rate structured for experienced CRNAs
- Flexible scheduling with a predictable daily structure
- Overtime available but not mandated
- 12-week defined assignment with clear start and end dates (06/08/2026 – 09/05/2026)
- Holiday call possible but not a routine expectation
Practice Highlights
- Hospital-based anesthesia practice at Southside Medical Center, Petersburg, VA
- Diverse surgical case mix spanning general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, and pediatrics
- Medically directed model — CRNAs work collaboratively within a physician-led anesthesia team
- Full scope of CRNA responsibilities: pre-anesthesia assessment, consent verification, anesthetic planning, induction, maintenance, emergence, and continuous physiological monitoring
- Clinical intervention authority as patient status requires throughout the perioperative continuum
- Charting and documentation via Epic EMR
- Up-to-date vaccine compliance required per facility protocol
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA)
- Active Virginia CRNA license or eligibility to obtain prior to assignment start
- Comfort and proficiency in a medically directed anesthesia model
- Experience across general surgery, orthopedic, obstetric, and pediatric anesthesia cases
- Proficiency with Epic EMR
- Current required vaccinations per facility standards
About the Community
Petersburg sits in the heart of Central Virginia, approximately 25 miles south of Richmond — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living and a more relaxed pace. The region is steeped in Civil War history, with Pamplin Historical Park and Petersburg National Battlefield nearby, and outdoor recreation along the Appomattox River corridor. Clinicians relocating for this assignment will find affordable short-term housing options, proximity to Richmond's dining and cultural scene, and convenient access to I-95 for regional travel.