<p>A hospital-based locum tenens CRNA assignment is available in Topeka, Kansas, starting July 6 with a six-month contract length. The position operates within a medical direction model and covers a general anesthesia case mix that includes OB, making it well-suited for an experienced CRNA comfortable across a broad scope of practice. Call expectations are defined and predictable — a meaningful advantage for clinicians prioritizing schedule control and sustainable workload.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive locum tenens pay rate commensurate with CRNA experience in a hospital-based anesthesia setting</li> <li>Six-month contract providing assignment stability and consistent income</li> <li>Flexible shift options structured to support work-life balance and personal scheduling goals</li> <li>Predictable call burden: 1–2 calls per week only</li> <li>Independent contractor (1099) engagement — no long-term permanent commitment required</li> <li>Vaccine compliance required; standard locum credentialing support expected</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based anesthesia department with established clinical workflows and support staff</li> <li>Case mix centered on general anesthesia with inclusion of OB cases</li> <li>Medical direction practice model: primarily supervised cases with occasional independent case coverage</li> <li>Call coverage: 1–2 calls per week with predictable rotation expectations</li> <li>EMR platform: Epic</li> <li>Assignment start date: July 6; six-month duration with potential for extension or continued engagement</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA) required</li> <li>Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia program</li> <li>Active Kansas APRN license or eligibility to obtain prior to start date</li> <li>Demonstrated comfort with OB anesthesia cases — required, not optional</li> <li>Experience functioning within a medical direction/supervised practice model</li> <li>Vaccine compliance per facility policy required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Topeka is the capital city of Kansas, offering a mid-sized city lifestyle with a notably lower cost of living than most metropolitan markets — an advantage that amplifies locum earning potential. The city sits along the Kansas River with access to state parks, lakes, and outdoor recreation, and is approximately 60 miles west of Kansas City, providing easy access to a major metro for dining, entertainment, and air travel. Topeka's established neighborhoods, well-regarded public schools, and manageable commutes make it a practical and comfortable base for a six-month assignment.</p>