CRNA / CAA PRN - ESA Hospital-ASC Hybrid
Listed compensation
$180 per hour
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Emory Specialty Associates (ESA) is seeking to hire Anesthetists - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA), to work on a Registry/PRN basis.
Work Hours/Schedule
PRN/As-needed.
Experience
General Anesthesia experience in an Ambulatory Surgical setting highly preferred.
Highlights of Joining the ESA Anesthetist Team
- PRN rate: $180 per hour.
- Monthly bonus opportunity with minimum of 8 shifts of 8-hours.
Eligible for Emory Healthcare’s High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and the 403(b) Retirement Plan once the eligibility rules are met.
Emory Specialty Associates (ESA), handles Ortho/Spine, General Surgery, Plastics, OB & GYN, GI and Outpatient Specialty cases at Emory Ortho & Spine Hospital (EUOSH) and multiple Outpatient Surgical Centers located in the greater Atlanta Metro area. ESA Anesthetists are an integral part of the Emory Healthcare integrated academic health care system committed to caring, excellence, integrity and value.
Description
Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procedure patients.
Performs initial acute cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in life-threatening situations or as directed by a physician; Instructs others in principles and practices of anesthesia, respiratory care and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as directed by the Anesthesiologist.
Interprets and records patient's physiological and pharmacological status, assists the Anesthesiologist in gathering routine pre-op data.
Assists in research projects as carried out by an Anesthesiologist.
Establishes multi-parameter monitoring of patient prior to, during and after anesthesia or in other acute care situations, including ECG, direct arterial pressure, central venous pressure, arterial blood gas determinations, hematocrits, and routine measurement of temperature, respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate.
Establishes other monitoring as may be developed for anesthesia and intensive care use. Manages pre- and post-anesthetic care, including ventilator management/support, other respiratory care parameters as assigned/directed by an Anesthesiologist.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) Master’s Degree program.
Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Georgia. Certified by National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) or National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
- Must maintain biannual certification through the submission of Continuing Medical Education credits (CMEs).
- BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications from American Heart Association (AHA) required.
Join Our Team Today!
Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-7 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations.
The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Additional Details
Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status.
EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”
Physical Requirements
(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical patients under the direction of an anesthesiologist. Manages patient monitoring, ventilator support, and performs acute cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as needed.
Requirements
Requires a Master’s degree from an accredited CRNA or CAA program and current licensure in the State of Georgia. Must hold active certifications including NBCRNA or NCCAA, along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates CRNA / CAA PRN - ESA Hospital-ASC Hybrid at Emory Healthcare a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) — ranked against 900 active Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
CRNA Career Context
Of the 40 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
Nurse Anesthesia pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · top 25% in nurse anesthesia (crna) | ranked against 900 Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $374k | Nurse Anesthesia median $275k (middle half $250k–$293k)116 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$389k in purchasing power | Georgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nurse Anesthesia listings in Georgia | 21 active | 900 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 70% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | US CRNA listings: 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 14% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Nurse Anesthesia listings | 88 in the last 30 days | 159 the 30 days before (−45%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Nurse Anesthesia pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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